How To Fix IW826 - Due to invalid status, object is not copied to object list automatically

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 826

• Message text: Due to invalid status, object is not copied to object list automatically

What causes this issue?

The object you entered in the initial screen should be transferred
automatically into the <DS:GLOS.object_list>object list</>. The system
has determined that the status of the object is not valid.

System Response

INCLUDE KEINE-FUNKTION OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

How to fix this error?

Enter another object or correct the status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW826 - Due to invalid status, object is not copied to object list automatically ?

  The SAP error message IW826 indicates that an object (such as a maintenance order or notification) cannot be copied to the object list automatically due to its invalid status. This typically occurs in the context of work order management or maintenance processing in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Status: The object you are trying to copy has a status that does not allow it to be processed further. For example, it might be in a status that indicates it is completed, canceled, or otherwise not eligible for the operation you are attempting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that define which statuses are valid for copying objects.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to work with objects in certain statuses.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IW826 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code related to the object (e.g., IW32 for maintenance orders).
  Check the status of the object you are trying to copy. Ensure that it is in a valid status for the operation you are attempting.
  
  
  
  Change Object Status:
  
  If the object is in an invalid status, you may need to change its status to a valid one. This could involve completing or releasing the object, depending on your business process.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, review the status profiles for the object type in question. Ensure that the statuses are set up correctly to allow copying.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the action. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to request the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the object type and its status management.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), and IW33 (Display Order).
  Status Management: Understand the status management in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) and how it affects the lifecycle of maintenance orders and notifications.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to IW826 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IW826 error and implement a solution to resolve it.