How To Fix COCF016 - Objects with transaction/phase status &1 will not be selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCF - Order/Confirmation Functions

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Objects with transaction/phase status &1 will not be selected

What causes this issue?

Transactions/phases with the following system status are explicitly
excluded in the selection:
opened
finally confirmed

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

System Response

Only transactions/phases that do not have either of the system statuses
mentioned above are selected.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCF016 - Objects with transaction/phase status &1 will not be selected ?

  The SAP error message COCF016 indicates that certain objects with a specific transaction or phase status cannot be selected for processing in the context of a particular operation, often related to controlling or project management functions. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) or project systems (PS) when trying to execute a transaction that involves selecting objects (like cost centers, internal orders, or projects) that are not in a valid status for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Status: The objects you are trying to select have a status that does not allow them to be processed. For example, they might be in a "locked," "completed," or "cancelled" state.
  Transaction Phase: The objects may be in a phase of a project or transaction that does not permit further actions, such as posting costs or transferring data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to process objects in certain statuses.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COCF016 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Status: Review the status of the objects you are trying to select. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like KOB1 for orders or CJI3 for projects) and checking the status of the objects.
  
  
  Change Status: If the objects are in a status that prevents selection, you may need to change their status. This could involve:
  
  Unlocking the object if it is locked.
  Completing or reversing a previous transaction if applicable.
  Changing the project phase if you have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to perform the action you are attempting. If you suspect authorization issues, consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the status codes and their meanings, as well as the implications of each status.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you check the status of objects, such as:
  
  KOB1 (Display Actual Line Items for Orders)
  CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items)
  CJ20N (Project Builder)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to COCF016 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the COCF016 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.