How To Fix DFS_MAINT_COMMON031 - Notification &1 is already completed or deleted and cannot be changed

DFS_MAINT_COMMON031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_MAINT_COMMON - Message Class for DFS Maintenance

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Notification &1 is already completed or deleted and cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_MAINT_COMMON031 - Notification &1 is already completed or deleted and cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message DFS_MAINT_COMMON031 indicates that a specific notification (identified by the number &1) is either already completed or has been deleted, and therefore cannot be modified. This error typically arises in the context of maintenance notifications within the SAP system, particularly in modules related to Plant Maintenance (PM) or Customer Service (CS).
  
  Cause:
  
  Notification Status: The notification you are trying to change has a status that does not allow modifications. Common statuses that prevent changes include "Completed" or "Deleted."
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to modify notifications in certain statuses.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to restrict changes to notifications once they reach a certain status.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Notification Status: Verify the status of the notification. If it is completed or deleted, you will not be able to make changes. You can view the status in the notification details.
  Reopen Notification: If the notification is completed and you