How To Fix OIJ_NOM020 - Status &1 cannot be activated as &2 is already active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIJ_NOM - TSW - Nominaition message class

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Status &1 cannot be activated as &2 is already active

What causes this issue?

For nomination &V3& Item &V4& you tried to activate status &V1&.
Status &V1& however is excluded by status &V2&.

System Response

Status &V1& has not been activated.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIJ_NOM020 - Status &1 cannot be activated as &2 is already active ?

  The SAP error message OIJ_NOM020 indicates that a specific status (represented by &1) cannot be activated because another status (represented by &2) is already active. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Oil and Gas (OIJ) module, particularly when dealing with operations related to Nomination Management.
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an attempt to activate a new status for a nomination or related object, but the system detects that another status is already active. This can happen due to:
  
  Concurrent Statuses: The system does not allow multiple statuses to be active at the same time for the same object.
  Incorrect Workflow: The workflow or process being followed may not be correct, leading to attempts to activate a status that conflicts with the current active status.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues where the system is not correctly recognizing the current status of the object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the object in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that displays the status of nominations or related objects.
  
  
  Deactivate Existing Status: If you need to activate the new status, you may need to deactivate the currently active status first. This can usually be done through the appropriate transaction in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Workflow: Ensure that the workflow or process you are following is correct. Make sure that you are following the proper sequence of status changes as defined in your business process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the OIJ module for specific guidelines on status management.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Sometimes, the object may be locked by another user or process. Check if there are any locks on the object that might be preventing the status change.
  
  
  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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in the OIJ module that deal with nominations and status management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the OIJ module that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on status management.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change statuses in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.