How To Fix IWO_BAPI2150 - Error when processing order &1. Only the initial status is supported

IWO_BAPI2150 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWO_BAPI2 - Messages for the PS/CS BAPI Process Control

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Error when processing order &1. Only the initial status is supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWO_BAPI2150 - Error when processing order &1. Only the initial status is supported ?

  The SAP error message IWO_BAPI2150 typically occurs when there is an issue with the processing of a maintenance order in the SAP system. The message indicates that only the initial status of the order is supported for the operation you are trying to perform. This error is often encountered when using BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces) to update or process maintenance orders.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Order Status: The maintenance order you are trying to process is not in the initial status. For example, it may be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., "Released", "In Process", etc.).
  BAPI Restrictions: The BAPI you are using may only allow certain operations to be performed on orders that are in a specific status (usually the initial status).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being passed to the BAPI, such as incorrect order numbers or missing