How To Fix /LIME/PI_CORE022 - Invalid status of physical inventory document (active or inactive)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LIME/PI_CORE -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Invalid status of physical inventory document (active or inactive)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LIME/PI_CORE022 - Invalid status of physical inventory document (active or inactive) ?

  The SAP error message /LIME/PI_CORE022 Invalid status of physical inventory document (active or inactive) typically occurs when there is an attempt to process a physical inventory document that is not in a valid status for the operation being performed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to post counts, change statuses, or perform other actions on the physical inventory document.
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The physical inventory document may be in an incorrect status. For example, it might be in a status that does not allow for further processing (e.g., "Inactive" when it should be "Active").
  Document Locking: The document might be locked by another user or process, preventing changes.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the physical inventory process that lead to invalid statuses being assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Status: 
  
  Go to the transaction code MI03 (Display Physical Inventory Document) and check the status of the document. Ensure that it is in an "Active" status.
  If the document is inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new document.
  
  
  
  Unlock Document: 
  
  If the document is locked, check if another user is currently processing it. You may need to wait until they finish or contact them to release the lock.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the configuration settings for physical inventory in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Recreate Document: 
  
  If the document is corrupted or cannot be reactivated, consider creating a new physical inventory document.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on physical inventory processes and statuses.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MI01 - Create Physical Inventory Document
  MI02 - Change Physical Inventory Document
  MI03 - Display Physical Inventory Document
  MI04 - Enter Inventory Counts
  MI05 - Display Inventory Counts
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or bugs related to physical inventory documents.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions on physical inventory documents.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your physical inventory processes in SAP.