How To Fix CMT046 - Phase transition is not allowed

CMT046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMT - CM: Message Class in CM Environment

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Phase transition is not allowed

What causes this issue?

You want to create a successor folder in a new
<DS:GLOS.D007C218FEA6D3118F360060B03CA38C>life cycle phase</>.
However, a direct transfer from the current life cycle phase into the
life cycle phase that you entered is not scheduled in the
<DS:GLOS.3969181F0DA4D3118F360060B03CA38C>life cycle profile</> of the
<DS:GLOS.54169AD1DFA3D31184060004ACA6E0D1>configuration definition</>.

System Response

The system expects you to enter a vaild life cycle phase.

How to fix this error?

If necessary use the entry help to select a valid life cycle phase.

Procedure for System Administrators

You maintain the permitted phase transitions in Customizing
Configuration Management in work step Application control ->
<DS:SIMG.CMTAPPLC>Define life cycle profile</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMT046 - Phase transition is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message CMT046 ("Phase transition is not allowed") typically occurs during the process of changing the phase of a project or a task in the SAP system, particularly in the context of Project System (PS) or Change Management (CM) modules. This error indicates that the system has detected a condition that prevents the transition from one phase to another.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Data: The project or task may have incomplete or missing data that is required for the phase transition.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or prerequisites that have not been fulfilled. For example, certain tasks must be completed before a project can move to the next phase.
  Status Restrictions: The current status of the project or task may not allow for a phase transition. For instance, if the project is in a locked status or has been flagged for review, the transition may be restricted.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in