How To Fix MB057 - Not possible to deselect in current system status

MB057 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MB - Logistics Information Library

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Not possible to deselect in current system status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MB057 - Not possible to deselect in current system status ?

  The SAP error message MB057: Not possible to deselect in current system status typically occurs when you are trying to change the status of a material document or a goods movement that is not allowed due to the current status of the document. This can happen in various transactions related to inventory management, such as when trying to reverse a goods movement or cancel a material document.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The material document you are trying to modify may be in a status that does not allow for deselection or reversal. For example, if the document has already been posted to financial accounting or if it is part of a closed period.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other documents or processes that prevent the modification of the current document.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict the ability to change the status of documents based on business rules.
  
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