How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES072 - Cannot set this as next status; it is an initial status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Cannot set this as next status; it is an initial status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES072 - Cannot set this as next status; it is an initial status ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES072 indicates that there is an attempt to set a status in a process that is not allowed because the status being set is defined as an initial status. This typically occurs in the context of process flow management or workflow management within SAP, where certain statuses are predefined and have specific rules regarding their transitions.
  Cause:
  
  Initial Status Restriction: The status you are trying to set is defined as an initial status in the system. Initial statuses are typically the starting point of a process and cannot be transitioned to from other statuses.
  Incorrect Workflow Logic: The workflow or process logic may be incorrectly configured, leading to an attempt to set an initial status from a non-initial status.
  User Error: The user may be trying to manually set a status that is not allowed by the system's configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Status Configuration: Check the configuration of the statuses in the relevant process. Ensure that the status you are trying to set is not defined as an initial status.
  Adjust Workflow Logic: If the workflow logic is incorrect, you may need to adjust the transitions between statuses to ensure that they comply with the defined rules.
  Use Valid Status: Instead of trying to set the initial status, identify the valid next status based on the current status of the process and set that instead.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or configuration guides for the specific module you are working with to understand the allowed status transitions.
  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.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to process flow management (e.g., SWDD for workflow definition) to help troubleshoot the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to change the status has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.