How To Fix /ISDFPS/PPESMPON005 - Permitted statuses: 'Approved', 'Flagged for Deletion', Del. Reqested'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PPESMPON -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Permitted statuses: 'Approved', 'Flagged for Deletion', Del. Reqested'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PPESMPON005 - Permitted statuses: 'Approved', 'Flagged for Deletion', Del. Reqested' ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PPESMPON005 typically indicates that there is an issue with the status of a document or item in the system. This error message suggests that the operation you are trying to perform is not allowed because the item is not in one of the permitted statuses: 'Approved', 'Flagged for Deletion', or 'Del. Requested'.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Status: The item or document you are trying to process is in a status that is not permitted for the action you are attempting. For example, it might be in a 'Draft' or 'Rejected' status.
  Workflow Issues: If the item is part of a workflow, it may not have been approved or may be stuck in a previous step.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the item from being processed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Status: Review the status of the item or document in question. Ensure that it is either 'Approved', 'Flagged for Deletion', or 'Del. Requested'.
  Change Status: If the item is not in one of the permitted statuses, you may need to change its status. This could involve:
  
  Approving the item if it is in a draft or pending state.
  Flagging it for deletion if that is appropriate.
  Requesting deletion if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  Review Workflow: If the item is part of a workflow, check the workflow status and ensure that all necessary approvals have been completed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or guidelines for handling status changes and workflows.
  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 further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to the document or item you are working with, as they may provide additional insights into status management.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change the status of the item or document.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.