How To Fix CL542 - Status & can only be set by the system

CL542 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 542

• Message text: Status & can only be set by the system

What causes this issue?

You can save an allocation without leaving the value assignment screen.
However, if the class contains characteristics which have the <ZH>Entry
required</> indicator, the system automatically sets the status of the
allocation to "incomplete". In classification, the system
<ZH>internally</> distinguishes between an "incomplete" status which is
set by the user and an "incomplete" status which is set by the system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose a status using the possible entries functions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL542 - Status & can only be set by the system ?

  The SAP error message CL542, which states "Status & can only be set by the system," typically occurs in the context of handling classification data in SAP. This error indicates that the status you are trying to set for a classification object (like a class or characteristic) is restricted and can only be modified by the system itself, not by users or through standard transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  System-Defined Status: The status you are trying to change is defined by the system and is not meant to be altered manually. For example, certain statuses may be automatically set based on the lifecycle of the object (e.g., when an object is created, changed, or deleted).
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to change certain statuses, leading to this error.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction or method being used to change the status may not be appropriate for the object in question.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Status: