How To Fix PLM_DMS014 - Select a status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_DMS - Messages for PI Web Document Management

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Select a status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_DMS014 - Select a status ?

  The SAP error message PLM_DMS014 ("Select a status") typically occurs in the context of Document Management System (DMS) functionalities within SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management). This error indicates that a user is attempting to perform an action that requires a status to be selected, but no status has been specified.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Status Selection: The user has not selected a status from the available options when trying to perform an action (e.g., check-in, check-out, or release a document).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of document statuses in the DMS settings.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or select certain statuses.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PLM_DMS014 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Select a Status: Ensure that you select a valid status from the dropdown menu or list provided in the interface before proceeding with the action.
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of document statuses in the DMS settings. Ensure that the statuses are correctly defined and available for selection.
  If you have access, check the status management settings in transaction code OAC0 (for Document Management System).
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select the required statuses. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to DMS and status management for additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), and CV03N (Display Document) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly use the DMS functionalities, including how to select statuses.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLM_DMS014 error and continue with your document management tasks in SAP.