How To Fix /ISDFPS/PPESMPON003 - The statuses 'Planned', 'Approved', and 'Rejected' are permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PPESMPON -

• 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/PPESMPON003 - The statuses 'Planned', 'Approved', and 'Rejected' are permitted ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PPESMPON003 indicates that there is a restriction on the statuses that can be assigned to a particular process or document in the SAP system. Specifically, it states that only the statuses 'Planned', 'Approved', and 'Rejected' are permitted for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in scenarios where:
  
  You are trying to change the status of a document or process to a value that is not allowed by the system configuration.
  The workflow or process you are working with has predefined status transitions, and the status you are attempting to set does not comply with these transitions.
  There may be a configuration issue in the system that restricts the allowed statuses for certain operations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current Status: Verify the current status of the document or process you are trying to modify. Ensure that you are attempting to change it to one of the permitted statuses ('Planned', 'Approved', or 'Rejected').
  
  
  Review Status Transitions: Consult the documentation or configuration settings related to the specific process or workflow. Ensure that you understand the allowed status transitions and that you are following them correctly.
  
  
  Modify Status Appropriately: If you need to change the status, ensure that you are selecting one of the permitted statuses. If you are trying to set a status that is not allowed, you will need to adjust your approach to comply with the permitted statuses.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support or Configuration Team: If you believe that the status you are trying to set should be allowed, or if you need to modify the allowed statuses, you may need to work with your SAP support team or the configuration team to adjust the settings in the system.
  
  
  Check for Customizations: If your organization has custom workflows or processes, check if there are any custom rules that might be affecting the allowed statuses.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific error messages and provide guidance on how to resolve them.
  Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation for the module you are working with to understand the status management and workflow processes.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to change the status of the document or process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.