How To Fix I4737 - Approval status (&) is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I4 - WCM: Work Clearance Management

• Message number: 737

• Message text: Approval status (&) is not defined

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE WCM_SAP OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I4737 - Approval status (&) is not defined ?

  The SAP error message I4737, which states "Approval status (&) is not defined," typically occurs in the context of workflows or approval processes within SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference an approval status that has not been defined in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The approval status that the system is trying to use has not been set up in the relevant configuration settings.
  Incorrect Status Reference: The workflow or process may be referencing an incorrect or outdated approval status.
  Custom Development: If there are custom workflows or enhancements, they may be referencing a status that does not exist in the standard configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and ensure that the approval statuses are defined correctly.
  Look for the specific module or area where the approval status is used (e.g., Purchase Orders, Sales Orders, etc.) and verify that the status in question is listed.
  
  
  
  Update Workflow Definitions:
  
  If the error occurs in a workflow, check the workflow definition to ensure that it references valid approval statuses.
  Modify the workflow to use a defined status if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module to understand the expected approval statuses and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Custom Code Review:
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is not referencing an undefined approval status. Update the code to use valid statuses.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the workflow or process to ensure that the error is resolved and that the approval process functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SWDD (Workflow Builder) or SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to analyze workflows.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might 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.