How To Fix EEDMCOM016 - Imported status &1 in profile &2 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDMCOM - Messages for EDM Communication Components

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Imported status &1 in profile &2 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDMCOM016 - Imported status &1 in profile &2 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message EEDMCOM016 indicates that there is an issue with the imported status in a specific profile. This error typically arises when the system encounters a status that is not recognized or valid for the specified profile during data import or processing.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Status: The status being imported does not exist in the defined status profile for the object in question.
  Profile Configuration: The status profile may not be correctly configured, or the status may have been deleted or modified in the system.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being imported, such as mismatched status values that do not align with the expected values in the profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Status Profile:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO) to check the configuration of the status profile.
  Ensure that the status you are trying to import is defined in the status profile associated with the object.
  
  
  
  Validate Imported Data:
  
  Review the data being imported to ensure that all status values are valid and correspond to those defined in the status profile.
  If necessary, correct the data before attempting the import again.
  
  
  
  Update Status Profile:
  
  If the status is indeed valid but not present in the profile, you may need to add it to the status profile.
  Ensure that the status is correctly configured with the appropriate attributes and transitions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on status profiles and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test import to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.