How To Fix C2237 - Order &1 has the status "Change forbidden"


C2237 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

  • Message number: 237

  • Message text: Order &1 has the status "Change forbidden"

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  • What causes this issue?

    Order <(>&<)>V1& has the status "Change forbidden" because a change
    process from Order Change Management for Production Orders has not
    yet been completed.

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    System Response

    As long as the change process for the production order is not complete,
    the system cannot set the deletion flag.

    How to fix this error?

    Complete the change process for the production order or cancel the
    change process by manually closing the procurement element change
    record
    for the production order. Then carry out the "Set deletion flag"
    function again.

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


C2237 - Details

  • The SAP error message C2237, which states "Order &1 has the status 'Change forbidden'," typically occurs when you attempt to make changes to a production order or a similar document that is in a status that does not allow modifications. This can happen for various reasons, such as the order being completed, technically closed, or in a status that restricts changes.
    Causes:
    
    Order Status: The order may be in a status that prohibits changes, such as "TECO" (Technically Completed) or "CLO" (Closed).
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the order.
    System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may restrict changes to orders based on specific criteria.
    Dependencies: The order may be linked to other processes or documents that prevent changes.
    
    Solutions:
    
    
    Check Order Status: Review the status of the order in the system. If it is in a status like TECO or CLO, you may need to reverse the status (if

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