How To Fix KQ137 - Status no. of status DLV must be higher than that of statsu REL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Status no. of status DLV must be higher than that of statsu REL

What causes this issue?

The valuation method for <DS:GLOS.results_analysis>results analysis</>
or for the calculation of <DS:GLOS.work_in_process>work in process</>
is selected through the status of the order or project. If more than
one status is set for the order or project when you perform results
analysis or <DS:GLOS.WIP_calculation>WIP calculation</>, the system
uses the status numbers to select the valuation method.
In your case, you entered a status number for the status
<ZH>Delivered</> that is lower than or the same as the status number
for the status <ZH>Released</>. However, the the system sets the status
Delivered <ZH>after</> the status Released.

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?

Check the status number for the status <ZH>Released</> and change the
status number of the status <ZH>Delivered</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ137 - Status no. of status DLV must be higher than that of statsu REL ?

  The SAP error message KQ137, which states "Status no. of status DLV must be higher than that of status REL," typically occurs in the context of production order processing or material management. This error indicates that there is an issue with the status management of a production order or a related document, where the delivery (DLV) status is not correctly set to a higher level than the release (REL) status.
  Cause:
  
  Status Management: In SAP, production orders and other documents have various statuses that dictate their current state in the workflow. The REL (Released) status indicates that the order is approved for processing, while the DLV (Delivered) status indicates that the order has been delivered. The system expects that the DLV status can only be set if the order is already in the REL status.
  Incorrect Status Transition: The error may occur if there is an attempt to set the DLV status without first ensuring that the order has been properly released.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the status management settings that prevent the correct transition of statuses.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the current status of the production order or document. Ensure that it is in the REL status before attempting to set it to DLV.
  Status Change Sequence: Ensure that the sequence of status changes is followed correctly. You cannot skip statuses; the order must progress through the necessary statuses in the correct order.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for status management in the relevant module (e.g., Production Planning, Materials Management) to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or CO03 (Display Production Order) to check and change the status of the order as needed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on status management and error resolution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the status of the order.
  Training and Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for managing production orders and their statuses in SAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.