How To Fix CMS_CUS_PCN022 - Numbered statuses cannot be included in status transition in an activity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CUS_PCN - Process control customizing messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Numbered statuses cannot be included in status transition in an activity

What causes this issue?

In the status management for status profiles, you have numbered the
statuses. Numbered statuses cannot be included in status transition in
same activity.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CUS_PCN022 - Numbered statuses cannot be included in status transition in an activity ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CUS_PCN022, which states "Numbered statuses cannot be included in status transition in an activity," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Change Management or Project Management modules. This error indicates that there is an attempt to include a numbered status in a status transition that is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Numbered Statuses: In SAP, numbered statuses are often used to represent specific states in a process (e.g., "In Progress," "Completed"). These statuses are usually predefined and have specific rules governing their transitions.
  Invalid Transition: The error arises when a configuration or attempt to transition from one status to another includes a numbered status that is not permitted in that context. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration of status transitions in the activity.
  Attempting to use a numbered status in a way that violates the defined workflow rules.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Status Configuration: Check the configuration of the statuses and their transitions in the relevant activity. Ensure that the transitions defined do not include numbered statuses where they are not allowed.
  Modify Transition Rules: If you have access to the configuration settings, modify the status transition rules to exclude numbered statuses or adjust the workflow to accommodate the necessary transitions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure status transitions and understand the limitations of numbered statuses.
  Testing: After making changes, test the status transitions to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context on numbered statuses and their transitions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: If you are not familiar with the configuration of statuses and transitions, consider seeking training or consulting with a colleague who has experience in SAP Change Management or Project Management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMS_CUS_PCN022 error and ensure that your status transitions are configured correctly.