How To Fix FMCA_MC_ODATA098 - Status change to Draft is not allowed

FMCA_MC_ODATA098 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_MC_ODATA - Message class for the Multichannel oData services(PS)

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Status change to Draft is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_MC_ODATA098 - Status change to Draft is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message "FMCA_MC_ODATA098 Status change to Draft is not allowed" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Fiori applications or when working with OData services in SAP. This error indicates that the system is preventing a change of status to "Draft" for a particular object or document due to certain restrictions or conditions.
  Causes:
  
  
  Status Restrictions: The object you are trying to change may not be allowed to revert to a "Draft" status based on its current status. For example, if the object is in a "Completed" or "Approved" state, the system may restrict changing it back to "Draft."
  
  
  Business Logic: There may be specific business rules or logic implemented in the application that prevent certain status transitions. This is often done to maintain data integrity and ensure that the workflow follows the defined processes.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the