How To Fix /ISDFPS/PPESMPAN003 - The statuses 'Planned', 'Approved', and 'Rejected' are permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PPESMPAN -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The statuses 'Planned', 'Approved', and 'Rejected' are permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PPESMPAN003 - The statuses 'Planned', 'Approved', and 'Rejected' are permitted ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PPESMPAN003 indicates that there is an issue with the status of a particular process or item in the system. Specifically, it states that only the statuses 'Planned', 'Approved', and 'Rejected' are permitted for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically arises in the context of project management, planning, or similar modules where specific statuses are enforced for workflow processes.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Status: The item or process you are trying to work with is currently in a status that is not allowed for the operation you are attempting (e.g., trying to approve an item that is in a status other than 'Planned', 'Approved', or 'Rejected').
  Workflow Restrictions: The system may have defined workflows that restrict the statuses that can be assigned or transitioned to based on business rules.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry, leading to an unexpected status being assigned to the item.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the item or process you are working with. Ensure it is one of the permitted statuses ('Planned', 'Approved', or 'Rejected').
  Change Status: If the current status is not permitted, you may need to change it to one of the allowed statuses. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction or application in SAP.
  Review Workflow Configuration: If you have access, check the workflow configuration to understand the allowed transitions and ensure that the status you are trying to set is valid.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with for more detailed information on status management.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may use specific transaction codes to view or change statuses (e.g., CJ20N for project management).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change statuses in the system.
  Custom Development: If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if they might be affecting the status handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.