How To Fix /PLMI/CR_BO039 - Step &2 has an incorrect status &1; you can't move to this status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/CR_BO -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Step &2 has an incorrect status &1; you can't move to this status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/CR_BO039 - Step &2 has an incorrect status &1; you can't move to this status ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/CR_BO039 indicates that there is an issue with the status of a business object (BO) in the context of a process or workflow. Specifically, the message states that the step you are trying to move to has an incorrect status, which prevents the transition to the desired status.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Status Transition: The most common cause of this error is that the current status of the business object does not allow for the transition to the next status. Each status in a workflow or process typically has defined permissible transitions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the workflow or process definition that do not allow for the expected status transitions.
  Business Logic: There may be business rules or logic that restrict the movement to certain statuses based on conditions that are not met.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be data integrity issues where the business object is in a state that is not expected or valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the business object and verify what the allowed transitions are. This can often be found in the workflow or process documentation.
  Review Workflow Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration of the workflow or process to ensure that the status transitions are correctly defined.
  Business Rules Validation: Ensure that any business rules or conditions that govern the status transitions are being met. This may involve checking related data or conditions that need to be satisfied.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the status transitions for the business object in question.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and business logic.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to check transaction codes related to the specific business object or workflow (e.g., transaction codes for monitoring workflows, checking logs, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the status change has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.