How To Fix /PLMI/BO_DIR_26039 - Status & not defined for document type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_DIR_26 -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Status & not defined for document type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_DIR_26039 - Status & not defined for document type & ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_DIR_26039 Status & not defined for document type & typically indicates that there is an issue with the status of a document in the context of the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module. This error occurs when the system encounters a document type that does not have a defined status, which can prevent further processing or actions on that document.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Status: The document type being referenced does not have a status defined in the system. This could be due to configuration issues or missing entries in the status management settings.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be valid for the operation being performed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the document type or its associated statuses in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in question. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under the relevant PLM settings.
  Ensure that the document type has a valid status defined.
  
  
  
  Define Status for Document Type:
  
  If the status is indeed missing, you will need to define it. This can be done in the configuration settings where you can assign statuses to document types.
  Make sure to include all necessary statuses that the document type should support.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the document type and its statuses.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, check if they might be affecting the status handling for the document type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific document type and status management in PLM for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the document type to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the document can be processed as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, or SE80 for object navigator to check the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the document type is properly configured within your SAP system.