How To Fix /PLMB/BA_SAM075 - Initial status is not maintained for &1 status scheme

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_SAM -

• Message number: 075

• Message text: Initial status is not maintained for &1 status scheme

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_SAM075 - Initial status is not maintained for &1 status scheme ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_SAM075 Initial status is not maintained for &1 status scheme typically occurs in the context of SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) when there is an issue with the status management configuration for a specific status scheme. This error indicates that the initial status for the specified status scheme has not been defined, which is necessary for the system to process status transitions correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Initial Status: The primary cause of this error is that the initial status for the specified status scheme has not been set up in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the status management settings in the SAP system.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the status scheme, such as missing entries or incorrect settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Status Scheme Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to the relevant section for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and find the configuration for status management.
  Ensure that the initial status is defined for the status scheme in question.
  
  
  
  Define Initial Status:
  
  If the initial status is not defined, you will need to create it. This typically involves:
  
  Identifying the status scheme (the &1 in the error message).
  Adding an initial status that will be used when new objects are created.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported from another system (e.g., Development to Production), ensure that all necessary transport requests were successfully imported and that no steps were missed.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to configure status schemes and initial statuses.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the status transitions work as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for object navigator.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the status management configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or PLM support team for further assistance.