How To Fix /PM0/ABJ_MSG007 - Policy &1: Journal status "&2" is not allowed in background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABJ_MSG -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Policy &1: Journal status "&2" is not allowed in background

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABJ_MSG007 - Policy &1: Journal status "&2" is not allowed in background ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABJ_MSG007 indicates that there is an issue with the journal status of a policy when trying to process it in the background. The message typically states that the journal status "&2" is not allowed for the policy "&1" in the background processing.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Journal Status: The journal status of the policy you are trying to process is not compatible with background processing. Certain statuses may require manual intervention or are restricted from being processed in the background.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict certain journal statuses from being processed in the background. This could be due to business rules or settings defined in the system.
  Policy State: The policy may be in a state that does not allow for background processing, such as being in a draft or pending state.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Journal Status: Review the journal status of the policy in question. Ensure that it is in a status that is allowed for background processing. You may need to change the status manually if it is not appropriate.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to journal processing in your SAP system. Ensure that the statuses allowed for background processing are correctly defined.
  
  
  Manual Processing: If the journal status is not allowed for background processing, consider processing the policy manually instead. This may involve changing the status or completing any required actions before re-attempting background processing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on journal statuses and their allowed processing methods.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you view or change journal statuses, such as PM01 for policy management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting the background processing has the necessary permissions to change journal statuses or process policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.