How To Fix PLM_QUEST021 - You cannot move "&1" to "&2"

PLM_QUEST021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_QUEST - Messages Specific to Questions

• Message number: 021

• Message text: You cannot move "&1" to "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_QUEST021 - You cannot move "&1" to "&2" ?

  The SAP error message PLM_QUEST021, which states "You cannot move '&1' to '&2'," typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) when there is an issue with the movement or transfer of data between different statuses or stages in a process. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to change the status of a document, object, or item in the PLM system.
  Causes:
  
  Status Restrictions: The object you are trying to move may have restrictions based on its current status. For example, certain statuses may not allow transitions to others due to business rules or workflow configurations.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action of moving the object from one status to another.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the status management settings that prevent the transition.
  Incomplete Data: The object may not meet all the required criteria for