How To Fix /PLMB/BA_SAM074 - Current status value &1 is not defined in schema &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_SAM -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Current status value &1 is not defined in schema &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_SAM074 - Current status value &1 is not defined in schema &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_SAM074 Current status value &1 is not defined in schema &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) when there is an issue with the status values defined in a specific schema. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a status value that is not recognized or defined in the specified schema.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Status Value: The status value (&1) being referenced does not exist in the status schema (&2) that is being used.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the status management settings or the schema itself.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may have been altered or corrupted, leading to references to non-existent status values.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be correctly aligned with the defined schemas.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Status Definitions:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the status schema in SAP PLM.
  Verify that the status value (&1) is indeed defined in the schema (&2).
  If it is missing, you may need to add it or correct the reference.
  
  
  
  Review Schema Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the transaction or configuration area where the status schema is defined.
  Ensure that all necessary status values are included and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the data that is triggering the error. Ensure that it is consistent and does not reference any invalid or obsolete status values.
  If necessary, clean up or correct the data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to status management in PLM for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the process to identify where the invalid status reference is being made.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing status schemas in SAP PLM, such as PLM_Schema or similar.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.