How To Fix PPECHK108 - &1 cannot be used in change status &3 of &4 (status)

PPECHK108 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPECHK - iPPE Consistency Check

• Message number: 108

• Message text: &1 cannot be used in change status &3 of &4 (status)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPECHK108 - &1 cannot be used in change status &3 of &4 (status) ?

  The SAP error message PPECHK108 indicates that a specific object (like a production order, project, or another entity) cannot be used in a particular change status due to certain restrictions or conditions not being met. The placeholders in the message represent:
  
  &1: The object that is being referenced (e.g., a production order number).
  &3: The status that you are trying to change to.
  &4: The current status of the object.
  
  Cause
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Status Restrictions: The object may have specific status restrictions that prevent it from being changed to the desired status. For example, if the object is in a "Completed" status, it may not be allowed to revert to "In Process."
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or prerequisites that need to be fulfilled before changing the status. For instance, certain tasks or operations may need to be completed first.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may impose certain rules