How To Fix MD_SUBSTN039 - Status is invalid

MD_SUBSTN039 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD_SUBSTN - Messages for Master Data Substitution

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Status is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD_SUBSTN039 - Status is invalid ?

  The SAP error message MD_SUBSTN039 with the description "Status is invalid" typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or when dealing with the substitution of materials in SAP. This error indicates that the status of a material or a related object is not valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Material Status: The material may have a status that prevents it from being used in the current operation (e.g., it could be blocked, inactive, or in a status that does not allow for substitution).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the current business processes or material statuses.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to invalid statuses.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise in specific transactions where certain statuses are required, and the current status does not meet those requirements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Status: Review