How To Fix LCM_DOCUMENT149 - To create new version, ensure Assembly Status of &1 is not '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_DOCUMENT - Message Class for LCM Document

• Message number: 149

• Message text: To create new version, ensure Assembly Status of &1 is not '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_DOCUMENT149 - To create new version, ensure Assembly Status of &1 is not '&2' ?

  The SAP error message LCM_DOCUMENT149 typically occurs in the context of SAP's Logistics Control Management (LCM) when attempting to create a new version of a document or assembly. The error indicates that the assembly status of the specified document (denoted by &1) is currently set to a status (&2) that does not allow for the creation of a new version.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the assembly status of the document being in a state that prohibits versioning. Common statuses that might trigger this error include:
  
  Inactive: The document is not active and cannot be modified.
  Locked: The document is currently locked for editing by another user or process.
  Completed: The document has been finalized and cannot be changed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and potentially change the assembly status of the document. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Current Status:
  
  Use the relevant transaction code (e.g., LCM or LCA) to view the status of the document.
  Identify the current status of the assembly.
  
  
  
  Change the Status:
  
  If the status is Inactive, you may need to activate it.
  If the status is Locked, you may need to wait until the lock is released or contact the user who has locked it.
  If the status is Completed, you may need to revert the document to a status that allows for versioning, if your business process allows for it.
  
  
  
  Create New Version:
  
  Once the status is appropriate, attempt to create the new version again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or guidelines for specific procedures related to document status changes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to change the status or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for document management in SAP LCM.
  User Roles: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to change document statuses.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Business Processes: Understand your organization's business processes regarding document versioning to ensure compliance with internal policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create a new version of the document.