How To Fix LCM_LT_HEALTH172 - Documents: Document "&1" was not in "&2" status before moving to "&3"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_LT_HEALTH -

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Documents: Document "&1" was not in "&2" status before moving to "&3"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_LT_HEALTH172 - Documents: Document "&1" was not in "&2" status before moving to "&3" ?

  The SAP error message LCM_LT_HEALTH172 indicates that a document (identified by "&1") was not in the expected status ("&2") before it was moved to a new status ("&3"). This error typically occurs in the context of document management or logistics processes within SAP, particularly when using the Logistics Execution (LE) or Document Management System (DMS) modules.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Document Status: The document was not in the required status before the operation was attempted. For example, if a document needs to be in "Approved" status before it can be moved to "Completed," but it is still in "Draft" status, this error will occur.
  Workflow Issues: There may be issues with the workflow or process that governs the status transitions of the document.
  User Error: The user may have attempted to perform an operation that is not allowed based on the current status of the document.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the current status of the document in question. Ensure that it is in the required status before attempting to move it to the new status.
  Review Status Transition Rules: Understand the status transition rules for the document type you are working with. Ensure that you are following the correct sequence of status changes.
  Update Document Status: If the document is not in the correct status, update it to the required status manually or through the appropriate process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the status transitions for the document type you are working with.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to document management and status changes, such as MM02 for material master changes or CV01N for document creation.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the operation has the necessary authorizations to change the document status.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.