How To Fix KQ144 - Status no. of status TECO must be higher than that of status DLV

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 144

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

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 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>Technically completed</> is lower than or the same as the status
number for status <ZH>Delivered</>. However, the the system sets the
status Delivered <ZH>before</> the status Technically completed.

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>Delivered</> and change the
status number of the status <ZH>Technically completed</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ144 - Status no. of status TECO must be higher than that of status DLV ?

  The SAP error message KQ144 indicates that there is an issue with the status of a production order or a process order in the system. Specifically, it states that the status "TECO" (Technically Completed) must have a higher status than "DLV" (Delivered). This error typically arises when trying to change the status of an order in a way that violates the logical sequence of statuses.
  Cause:
  
  
  Status Sequence Violation: The order is currently in a status that does not allow it to be set to "TECO" because it is still marked as "DLV". In SAP, the status "TECO" indicates that the order is technically complete, while "DLV" indicates that the order has been delivered. The system requires that the order must be in a state that allows it to be technically completed after it has been delivered.
  
  
  Incorrect Order Processing: The order may have been incorrectly processed, or there may be inconsistencies in the order status due to manual changes or system errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Order Status: Review the current status of the order in question. You can do this by navigating to the order in the SAP system and checking the status overview.
  
  
  Change Status Appropriately: If the order is still in the "DLV" status, you may need to reverse or change the status to a previous state that allows you to set it to "TECO". This might involve:
  
  Setting the order back to a status that is lower than "DLV" (if applicable).
  Ensuring that all necessary steps in the order processing have been completed before attempting to set it to "TECO".
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Order) or CO03 (Display Order) to manage the order statuses.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing order statuses to ensure compliance with the required processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Order Statuses: Familiarize yourself with the different statuses in SAP and their implications on order processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Training: If you frequently encounter issues with order statuses, consider additional training on SAP order management processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KQ144 error and ensure that your order statuses are correctly managed within the SAP system.