How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM585 - Equipment package &1 does not have the status "Approved"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 585

• Message text: Equipment package &1 does not have the status "Approved"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM585 - Equipment package &1 does not have the status "Approved" ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM585 Equipment package &1 does not have the status "Approved" typically occurs in the context of the SAP ISDFPS (Integrated Service Delivery for Financial and Public Sector) module, particularly when dealing with equipment packages in a maintenance or asset management scenario.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the equipment package you are trying to process (denoted by &1) does not have the required status of "Approved." In SAP, equipment packages often go through various statuses during their lifecycle, such as "Draft," "In Review," and "Approved." If the package is not in the "Approved" status, certain operations or transactions cannot be performed on it.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the equipment package is approved. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Equipment Package:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or report where you can view the details of the equipment package.
  Check the current status of the package. If it is not "Approved," you will need to take action to change its status.
  
  
  
  Approve the Equipment Package:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can change the status of the equipment package to "Approved." This may involve:
  
  Completing any required documentation or data entries.
  Submitting the package for approval if there is a workflow in place.
  Following up with the responsible person or team to ensure the package is reviewed and approved.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Approval Workflow:
  
  If there is an approval workflow in place, ensure that all necessary steps have been completed. This may include:
  
  Ensuring that all required fields are filled out.
  Checking for any pending approvals from other users.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the approval process or if you do not have the necessary permissions, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and permissions to approve equipment packages in SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be used to manage equipment packages, such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), or specific ISDFPS transaction codes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the equipment package.