How To Fix EIDESWD059 - Switch document &1 has the status &2 and not the required status &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EIDESWD - Message for Change of Supplier/Service

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Switch document &1 has the status &2 and not the required status &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EIDESWD059 - Switch document &1 has the status &2 and not the required status &3 ?

  The SAP error message EIDESWD059 indicates that a switch document (a document that is part of the switchable data in SAP) has a status that is not compatible with the operation you are trying to perform. Specifically, the message states that the switch document identified by &1 has the status &2, but the operation requires it to be in the status &3.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The switch document is in a status that does not allow the requested operation (e.g., it may be in a "locked" or "in progress" state).
  There may be a workflow or approval process that has not been completed.
  The document may have been archived or is in a state that is not currently active.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Document:
  
  Use the transaction code related to switch documents (e.g., SWDD or SWI1) to check the current status of the document.
  Identify what the current status is and what the required status should be.
  
  
  
  Change the Status:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you may be able to change the status of the document to the required status. This could involve completing a workflow, releasing a lock, or changing the document's state through the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to switch documents to understand the different statuses and their implications.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to change the status or if the document appears to be in the correct status but the error persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or related documents that are causing the status issue. Sometimes, other documents or processes may need to be completed first.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing switch documents, such as SWDD (Workflow Builder) or SWI1 (Work Items).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change the status of the switch document.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.