How To Fix CA254 - From status (&) succeeds "To status" (&)

CA254 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CA - CIM messages: ABAP reporting

• Message number: 254

• Message text: From status (&) succeeds "To status" (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CA254 - From status (&) succeeds "To status" (&) ?

  The SAP error message CA254 typically occurs in the context of production order processing, particularly when dealing with status management of production orders. The message indicates that a status change from one status to another is not allowed or is not valid based on the current configuration or business rules.
  
  Cause:
  The error message CA254 arises when there is an attempt to change the status of a production order in a way that is not permitted. This could be due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Status Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict certain status transitions. For example, moving from a "Released" status to a "Completed" status without going through the necessary intermediate statuses.
  
  
  Order Dependencies: There may be dependencies or prerequisites that have not been met. For instance, if there are open operations or if the order is linked to other orders that are not yet completed.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have