How To Fix /MVA/AMVIAMSG010 - Copy Inquiry action, the notification cannot have status "Open"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMVIAMSG -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Copy Inquiry action, the notification cannot have status "Open"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMVIAMSG010 - Copy Inquiry action, the notification cannot have status "Open" ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMVIAMSG010 indicates that there is an issue with the status of a notification when trying to perform the "Copy Inquiry" action. Specifically, the error states that the notification cannot have the status "Open" when attempting to copy it.
  Cause:
  
  
  Notification Status: The primary cause of this error is that the notification you are trying to copy is currently in an "Open" status. In many SAP systems, certain actions (like copying) are restricted based on the status of the document. An "Open" status typically means that the notification is still active and has not been fully processed or closed.
  
  
  Business Logic: The business logic defined in the SAP system may require that notifications be in a specific status (e.g., "Completed" or "Closed") before they can be copied. This is often done to prevent inconsistencies or errors in data processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change Notification Status: Before attempting to copy the notification, you should change its status to one that is permissible for copying. This may involve:
  
  Completing the necessary actions on the notification.
  Closing the notification if it is no longer needed.
  If applicable, changing the status to "Completed" or another relevant status.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you believe that the status should allow copying, check the configuration settings in your SAP system. There may be specific settings or user exits that control the allowed statuses for copying notifications.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Maintenance, Quality Management) to understand the status flow and requirements for notifications.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change the status of the notification. If you do not have the required access, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on handling notification statuses.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to notifications (e.g., IW21 for creating notifications, IW22 for changing notifications) to manage their statuses effectively.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training or documentation on how to manage notification statuses properly to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully perform the "Copy Inquiry" action on the notification.