How To Fix CM_SUB_API004 - A status entry warns against changing the data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_API - API Substance

• Message number: 004

• Message text: A status entry warns against changing the data

What causes this issue?

The specification has a status entry that warns against changing the
data.
The situation is as follows:
Within the validity area for the data, the specification has an active
usage that overlaps the usage of a status entry.
The <DS:DE.ESESTWRN>Warning if changed</> indicator is set for the
status of this status entry in Customizing.
The two usages overlap as follows
Rating &V1&
Validity area (country, plant, and so on) &V2& &V3&
Day &V4&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_API004 - A status entry warns against changing the data ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_API004 indicates that there is a status entry that prevents changes to the data in the system. This typically occurs in the context of change management or when dealing with specific business objects that have certain statuses that restrict modifications.
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered when:
  
  The object you are trying to modify has a status that prohibits changes (e.g., it might be in a "locked" or "completed" state).
  There are dependencies or conditions set in the system that enforce data integrity and prevent changes to certain fields or records.
  The object may be part of a workflow or process that is currently active, which restricts modifications until the process is completed or the status is changed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Review the status of the object you are trying to change. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to view the status details.
  
  
  Change the Status: If the status is preventing changes, you may need to change it to a status that allows modifications. This could involve:
  
  Completing or canceling a workflow.
  Unlocking the object if it is locked.
  Changing the status through a specific transaction or program designed for that purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with. This can provide insights into the status management and the implications of changing statuses.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the object. Sometimes, the error can be related to insufficient permissions.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you view or change statuses (e.g., SE11, SE37, SE80 for development objects).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  Change Management: Understanding the change management processes in your organization can help you navigate status-related issues more effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.