How To Fix DMS_MESSAGES031 - &1 is not a valid status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: &1 is not a valid status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMS_MESSAGES031 - &1 is not a valid status ?

  The SAP error message DMS_MESSAGES031 indicates that a specific status is not valid for the operation you are trying to perform in the Document Management System (DMS). This error typically arises when there is an attempt to change the status of a document or object to a value that is not recognized or allowed by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Status Code: The status code you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may not be applicable to the document type you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: The status management configuration in the DMS may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing certain statuses.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the document.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have predefined statuses that do not allow for arbitrary changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status Code: Verify that the status you are trying to set is valid for the document type you are working with. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the DMS.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the status management configuration is correctly set up in the system. This can be done by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to change the status. If not, you may need to adjust the user roles or permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific document type and its allowed statuses.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), or CV03N (Display Document) to manage documents in DMS.
  Status Management: Familiarize yourself with the status management settings in DMS, which can be found in the customizing settings under Document Management -> Status Management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.