How To Fix /PLMI/ECR_BO040 - Invalid status &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECR_BO -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Invalid status &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO040 - Invalid status &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO040 Invalid status &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP's PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module, particularly when dealing with Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) or Engineering Change Orders (ECOs). This error indicates that the status of the document or object you are trying to process is not valid for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Status: The status of the ECR/ECO is not valid for the action you are trying to execute. For example, you might be trying to approve or release a document that is in a status that does not allow such actions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of status management in the PLM module, leading to unexpected status values.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on documents with certain statuses.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to invalid status assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status: Verify the current status of the ECR/ECO you are working with. Ensure that the status is appropriate for the action you are trying to perform.
  Review Status Management Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings for status management in the PLM module to ensure that the statuses are defined correctly and that transitions between statuses are valid.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the document. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on valid statuses and transitions for ECRs/ECOs.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to the PLM module that might address this issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in PLM, such as CVE1 for creating ECRs or CVE2 for changing them, to better understand the workflow.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the proper workflows and status management within the PLM module to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.