How To Fix FKK_DMS117 - You can only set the status as 'Image no longer exists'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_DMS - Message Class for FI-CA Document Management Service

• Message number: 117

• Message text: You can only set the status as 'Image no longer exists'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_DMS117 - You can only set the status as 'Image no longer exists' ?

  The SAP error message FKK_DMS117 indicates that you are trying to change the status of a document in the Document Management System (DMS) to a status that is not allowed. Specifically, the message states that you can only set the status as "Image no longer exists." This typically occurs when the document you are trying to modify has already been marked as deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to modify may already have a status that restricts further changes. For example, if the document is marked as deleted or archived, you may not be able to change its status to something else.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the document.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that certain statuses are restricted based on business rules or document types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the current status of the document. If it is already marked as "Image no longer exists," you cannot change it to another status.
  Review Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the document status. If not, contact your system administrator to grant you the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines regarding document status changes to understand the allowed transitions.
  Contact Support: If you believe this is an error or if you need to change the status for a valid reason, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to DMS, such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), and CV03N (Display Document).
  Training: If you frequently work with DMS, consider undergoing training to better understand document management processes and status handling in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and understand the limitations regarding document status changes in SAP DMS.