How To Fix /PLMI/ECR_BO107 - Maintenance is not allowed for this status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECR_BO -

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Maintenance is not allowed for this status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO107 - Maintenance is not allowed for this status ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECR_BO107 Maintenance is not allowed for this status typically occurs in the context of the SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module, particularly when trying to perform maintenance operations on an Engineering Change Request (ECR) or Engineering Change Order (ECO) that is in a status that does not permit such actions.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Status Restrictions: The ECR/ECO is in a status that is not allowed for maintenance. For example, it might be in a "Completed," "Released," or "Closed" status where changes are not permitted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform maintenance on the document in its current status.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have been configured to restrict changes to certain statuses as part of the business process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Review the current status of the ECR/ECO. If it is in a status that does not allow maintenance, you may need to change the status to one that does (if your business process allows it).
  
  
  Change Status: If you have the necessary permissions, you can change the status of the ECR/ECO to a status that allows maintenance. This might involve using a specific transaction or following a defined process in your organization.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to perform the maintenance. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to request the necessary permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Check the SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding the status management of ECRs/ECOs to understand which statuses allow maintenance.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CVE1 (Create ECR), CVE2 (Change ECR), and CVE3 (Display ECR) to navigate the ECR/ECO processes effectively.
  Business Process: Understand your organization's business process for managing ECRs/ECOs, as this will provide context for the statuses and the allowed actions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.