How To Fix J3057 - Transaction status '&' not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Transaction status '&' not allowed

What causes this issue?

Transaction status '&V1&' not allowed.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Use one of the following statuses:
1: New transaction
2: Change transaction
3: Delete transaction
4: Reverse transaction

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3057 - Transaction status '&' not allowed ?

  The SAP error message J3057, which states "Transaction status '&' not allowed," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of asset accounting or similar modules. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a transaction that is not in a valid status for the operation being attempted.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Transaction Status: The transaction you are trying to process is in a status that does not permit the action you are attempting (e.g., posting, changing, or deleting).
  Transaction Locking: The transaction may be locked due to another process or user, preventing any changes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict certain statuses from being processed.
  Incomplete Data: The transaction may not have all the required data or may be in a state that is not fully processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Status: Review the status of the transaction in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and checking its current status.
  Unlock Transaction: If the transaction is locked, identify the user or process that has locked it and resolve the issue (e.g., by waiting for the lock to be released or contacting the user).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the system related to transaction statuses. Ensure that the status you are trying to use is allowed for the operation you are performing.
  Complete Required Steps: Ensure that all necessary steps have been completed for the transaction. For example, if it is an asset transaction, ensure that all prior postings or approvals have been completed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the transaction and its allowed statuses.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes related to asset accounting or the specific module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the transaction.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.