How To Fix /PLMU/PPE_ENG_UI126 - Number of change states not allowed in this combination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMU/PPE_ENG_UI -

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Number of change states not allowed in this combination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMU/PPE_ENG_UI126 - Number of change states not allowed in this combination ?

  The SAP error message /PLMU/PPE_ENG_UI126 indicating "Number of change states not allowed in this combination" typically arises in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Engineering Change Management (ECM) processes. This error usually occurs when there is an inconsistency or violation of the defined rules regarding change states in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Change State Combination: The error is often triggered when a user attempts to create or modify a change document with a combination of change states that is not allowed by the system configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for change management may not be set up correctly, leading to restrictions on the number of change states that can be used together.
  Process Flow Violations: The workflow or process flow defined for the change management might not allow the specific combination of states being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Change State Configuration: Check the configuration settings for change states in the SAP system. Ensure that the allowed combinations of change states are correctly defined.
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) under the PLM or ECM sections.
  
  
  Check Process Flow: Review the process flow for the change management process to ensure that the states being used are valid according to the defined workflow.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific change management process you are working with. This may provide insights into the allowed combinations of change states.
  Error Analysis: If the issue persists, consider using transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to analyze logs for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or process review, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide patches or updates if this is a known issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CC01 - Create Change Request
  CC02 - Change Change Request
  CC03 - Display Change Request
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions related to change management.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or workshops on SAP PLM/ECM to better understand the change management processes and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.