How To Fix IW357 - Do not transfer business operation or status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Do not transfer business operation or status

What causes this issue?

A technical program error has occurred.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW357 - Do not transfer business operation or status ?

  The SAP error message IW357 ("Do not transfer business operation or status") typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or work orders in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the transfer of business operations or statuses related to the order.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The data related to the business operation or status may be inconsistent or incomplete, preventing the system from processing the transfer.
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow for the transfer of business operations or statuses. For example, if the order is already completed or closed, it may not be possible to change its status.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the transfer of certain statuses or operations.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the current status of the order. If the order is in a status that does not allow for changes, you may need to change the status back to a permissible state.
  Review Data Consistency: Ensure that all required fields and data are correctly filled out and consistent. Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the issue.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to order management and business operations. Ensure that the configuration allows for the desired operations.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user attempting the operation has the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like IW32 (Change Order) or IW33 (Display Order) to review the order details and make necessary adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for maintenance order processing to understand the workflow and requirements for transferring business operations and statuses.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IW357 error and implement a solution to resolve it.