How To Fix PEP005 - The status of this entry cannot be changed.

PEP005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PEP - Schedule Manager: Messages

• Message number: 005

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

What causes this issue?

You attempted to change a task status.

System Response

The system does not allow the change. The task has one of the following
three statuses: "Processing is not active", "Release processing", or
"Processing active". Changing one of these statuses is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

If a task is inactive, you can delete it. Active tasks must be
completed before you can change the status.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PEP005 - The status of this entry cannot be changed. ?

  The SAP error message PEP005 ("The status of this entry cannot be changed") typically occurs in the context of Project Management or Project System (PS) 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 prevent the status change.
  System Settings: Configuration settings in the project management module may restrict status changes based on certain criteria.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the project or WBS element. If it is in a