How To Fix PPESTATUS013 - Default status & has already been defined for this item type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPESTATUS - Messages: iPPE Status Management

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Default status & has already been defined for this item type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPESTATUS013 - Default status & has already been defined for this item type ?

  The SAP error message PPESTATUS013 indicates that a default status has already been defined for a specific item type in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or Production Planning (PP) modules, where item statuses are used to control the processing of items.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to define a default status for an item type that already has a default status assigned. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a status profile for an item type that already has an existing default status.
  There is a configuration issue where the system is not recognizing the current status settings correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Status Definitions:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the item type in question.
  Verify if a default status is already defined for that item type. You can do this by going to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the status profiles.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove Existing Default Status:
  
  If a default status is already defined and you need to change it, you can either modify the existing status or remove it if it is no longer needed.
  Ensure that the new status you want to define does not conflict with existing definitions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to status management for the specific module you are working with (e.g., PS or PP) to understand the implications of changing status definitions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the item type behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or PFCG (to manage roles and authorizations) depending on your access level.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional insights and troubleshooting steps related to status management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to status definitions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPESTATUS013 error and successfully manage the default status for your item types in SAP.