How To Fix KQ141 - Status no. of status FNBL must be higher than that of status REL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Status no. of status FNBL must be higher than that of status 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</>
(WIP) is selected through the status number 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, the status number you entered for the status <ZH>Final
billing</> is lower than or the same as the status number for the
status <ZH>Released</>. However, the user sets the status Final billing
<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>Final billing</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ141 - Status no. of status FNBL must be higher than that of status REL ?

  The SAP error message KQ141, which states "Status no. of status FNBL must be higher than that of status REL," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) modules when dealing with the status management of internal orders, projects, or cost centers. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the status sequence defined for the object in question.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that the status "FNBL" (Final Billing) is set to a lower status than "REL" (Released). In SAP, statuses are often defined in a sequence, and certain statuses must be achieved before others can be set. The system enforces this sequence to maintain data integrity and ensure that processes are followed correctly.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and adjust the status settings for the relevant object. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Status Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., CO or FI).
  Review the status management settings for the specific object (e.g., internal order, project).
  Ensure that the status "FNBL" is configured to be a higher status than "REL".
  
  
  
  Change Status:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can manually change the status of the object in question.
  Ensure that the object is in a state that allows you to change its status. For example, if it is already released, you may need to revert it to a previous status before changing it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to status management for your specific module to understand the implications of changing statuses.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Status Management: Understanding how status management works in SAP is crucial. Each status has specific implications for the processing of transactions and reporting.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change statuses, as some statuses may be restricted based on user roles.
  Testing Changes: After making any changes to status configurations or object statuses, it is advisable to test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them in production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KQ141 error and ensure that your status management is correctly configured in SAP.