How To Fix /LIME/PI_CORE013 - Document status &1 is invalid. Specify a valid document status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LIME/PI_CORE -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Document status &1 is invalid. Specify a valid document status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LIME/PI_CORE013 - Document status &1 is invalid. Specify a valid document status ?

  The SAP error message /LIME/PI_CORE013 Document status &1 is invalid. Specify a valid document status typically occurs in the context of the SAP Logistics Information Management (LIM) or similar modules where document statuses are managed. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a document with a status that is not recognized or is invalid.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Status: The document status being referenced (indicated by &1) does not exist in the system or is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the status management settings, leading to the system not recognizing the status.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have entered an incorrect status manually, or there may be a data integrity issue.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling document statuses correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the document status being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is a valid status defined in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for document statuses in the relevant module (e.g., LIM). Ensure that all necessary statuses are defined and correctly configured.
  Data Validation: If the status is being entered manually, ensure that users are selecting from a predefined list of valid statuses. Implement validation checks if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand the valid statuses for the specific document type you are working with.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the invalid status is being set or referenced.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check document statuses or configurations (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SPRO for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to document status handling.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering and managing document statuses to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.