How To Fix MPE_SAS_MSG052 - &1 is not a valid value for a status category. For help, see the F4 help.

MPE_SAS_MSG052 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_SAS_MSG - Message Class for Status and Action Schema

• Message number: 052

• Message text: &1 is not a valid value for a status category. For help, see the F4 help.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_SAS_MSG052 - &1 is not a valid value for a status category. For help, see the F4 help. ?

  The SAP error message MPE_SAS_MSG052 indicates that the value you are trying to enter for a status category is not valid. This typically occurs in scenarios where a specific set of predefined values is expected, and the input does not match any of those values.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The value entered does not exist in the list of valid status categories.
  
  Configuration Issues: The status categories may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access certain status categories.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Value: Ensure that the value you are entering is correct. Use the F4 help (search help) to view the list of valid status categories and select an appropriate one.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings for status categories in the relevant module (e.g., Materials Management, Project