How To Fix LCM_DOCUMENT058 - Document status is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_DOCUMENT - Message Class for LCM Document

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Document status is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_DOCUMENT058 - Document status is invalid ?

  The SAP error message LCM_DOCUMENT058 with the description "Document status is invalid" typically occurs in the context of document management or document processing within SAP systems, particularly when using the Logistics Control Module (LCM) or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Document Status: The document you are trying to process may have a status that is not valid for the operation you are attempting. For example, the document might be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., it could be marked as "archived" or "deleted").
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the document management system that do not align with the current document status.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the document's metadata that lead to an invalid status.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify documents in certain statuses.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document in question. Ensure that it is in a valid state for the operation you are trying to perform. You can do this by navigating to the document in the SAP GUI and checking its status.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings related to document management in your SAP system. Ensure that the statuses are correctly defined and that the document can transition to the required status.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run any necessary data consistency checks or reports that may help identify issues with the document or its status. This may involve using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the underlying tables.
  
  
  User Permissions: Verify that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to perform the action on the document. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and its context. This may provide additional insights into the issue.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LSO1 (Document Management) or LSO2 (Document Status) that may help in managing documents.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to LCM_DOCUMENT058 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.