How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RP_E216 - Specified status is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RP_E -

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Specified status is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP_E216 - Specified status is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP_E216 Specified status is not allowed typically occurs in the context of a process or transaction where a specific status is not permissible for the operation being attempted. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the processing of documents, workflows, or status changes in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Status Transition: The status you are trying to set or change to is not allowed based on the current status of the document or object. For example, you might be trying to change a document from a "Completed" status back to "In Progress."
  Configuration Issues: The status management configuration in the system may not allow the specified status due to business rules or settings defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status to the specified value.
  Business Logic: There may be business logic implemented in the system that restricts certain status changes based on specific conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the document or object you are trying to modify. Ensure that the status you are trying to set is a valid transition from the current status.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings related to status management in the relevant module (e.g., Sales Order, Purchase Order, etc.). Ensure that the status you are trying to set is allowed in the configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or process you are working with to understand the allowed status transitions.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust the user's permissions.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., VA02 for Sales Order, ME22N for Purchase Order) where this error can occur.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional insights into the issue.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to see why the status change is being rejected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.