How To Fix /PLMI/ECR_BO101 - Item status &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECR_BO -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Item status &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO101 - Item status &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO101 Item status &1 is invalid typically occurs in the context of SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) when there is an issue with the status of an item in a change request or engineering change record. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Status: The item status referenced by &1 is not recognized by the system. This could be due to:
  
  The status not being defined in the system.
  The status being incorrectly assigned to the item.
  The item being in a status that is not allowed for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the status management settings for the specific item type or change request.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The item may have been modified or deleted in a way that has left it in an inconsistent state.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Status: Verify the status of the item in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to check the status of the item.
  
  
  Review Status Configuration: Ensure that the status is correctly defined in the system. You may need to check the configuration settings for the status management in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  Correct the Status: If the status is indeed invalid, you may need to change it to a valid status. This can often be done through the change request or item management transaction.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to PLM and status management for guidance on valid statuses and their meanings.
  
  
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this can sometimes resolve issues related to status management.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance. They may be able to provide insights based on system logs or specific configurations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CC01 (Create Change Request), CC02 (Change Change Request), and CC03 (Display Change Request) to manage change requests effectively.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the item, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to misleading error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.