How To Fix PPESTATUS020 - Preconditions for status ID & have been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPESTATUS - Messages: iPPE Status Management

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Preconditions for status ID & have been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPESTATUS020 - Preconditions for status ID & have been deleted ?

  The SAP error message PPESTATUS020 indicates that the preconditions for a specific status ID have been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of Production Planning and Execution (PP/PE) when the system is trying to process a status change for a production order or a related object, but the necessary preconditions that were previously defined are no longer available.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Preconditions: The most common cause is that the preconditions associated with the status ID have been deleted or are no longer valid. This can happen if the configuration has been changed or if the relevant master data has been modified.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the status profile or the status management configuration can lead to this error if the preconditions are not properly maintained.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the production order or the status management setup.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status Profile: Review the status profile associated with the production order or object in question. Ensure that the preconditions for the status ID are correctly defined and have not been deleted.
  Recreate Preconditions: If the preconditions have been deleted, you may need to recreate them in the configuration settings. This can typically be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant configuration for Production Planning.
  Review Changes: If there have been recent changes to the configuration or master data, review those changes to identify any that may have led to the deletion of the preconditions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing status profiles and preconditions.
  Testing: After making changes, test the status change again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access configuration settings), CO02 (to change production orders), or CO03 (to display production orders) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on status management in SAP.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Production Planning and Execution.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PPESTATUS020 error and implement a solution to resolve it.