How To Fix KO216 - The highest status may not be lower than the current status

KO216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 216

• Message text: The highest status may not be lower than the current status

What causes this issue?

The value you entered as highest status is less than that of the status
you are currently maintaining.

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?

Enter a value for the highest status that is greater than, or equal to
the current status.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO216 - The highest status may not be lower than the current status ?

  The SAP error message KO216, "The highest status may not be lower than the current status," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and project management (PS) modules when there is an attempt to change the status of a project or order to a status that is lower than its current status. This can happen when trying to release or close an order or project that is already in a higher status.
  
  Cause:
  
  Status Hierarchy Violation: Each status in SAP has a defined hierarchy. For example, if an order is currently in a "Released" status, it cannot be changed to a "Created" or "Planned" status, as these are considered lower in the hierarchy.
  Incorrect Status Change Attempt: The user may be trying to perform an action that is not allowed based on the current status of the order or project.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of status profiles that