How To Fix PEP004 - The status of this entry cannot be changed.

PEP004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PEP - Schedule Manager: Messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: The status of this entry cannot be changed.

What causes this issue?

You attempted to change the status of a task.

How to fix this error?

Inform your SAP support team.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PEP004 - The status of this entry cannot be changed. ?

  The SAP error message PEP004 ("The status of this entry cannot be changed") typically occurs in the context of Project System (PS) or Project Management (PM) modules when you attempt to change the status of a project, work breakdown structure (WBS) element, or a related object that is not allowed to be modified due to its current status.
  Causes:
  
  Status Restrictions: The entry you are trying to change may be in a status that does not allow modifications. For example, if a project is completed or locked, you cannot change its status.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the entry.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked objects that are preventing the status change.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict status changes for specific types of entries.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the project or WBS element. If it is in