How To Fix C$677 - Cannot change to status &(&) during dialog

C$677 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 677

• Message text: Cannot change to status &(&) during dialog

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$677 - Cannot change to status &(&) during dialog ?

  The SAP error message C$677 "Cannot change to status &(&) during dialog" typically occurs when there is an attempt to change the status of a document or object in SAP while it is in a dialog session, which is not allowed. This can happen in various modules, such as SAP MM (Materials Management), SD (Sales and Distribution), or others, depending on the context of the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Status Restrictions: The system has defined certain statuses that cannot be changed during a dialog session. This is often due to business rules or workflow processes that require certain conditions to be met before a status change can occur.
  Locked Objects: The object you are trying to change may be locked by another user or process, preventing any changes during the dialog.
  Incomplete Data: The data required to change the status may be incomplete or invalid, leading to the error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not