How To Fix PPESTATUS118 - Predecessor status &1 for status object &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPESTATUS - Messages: iPPE Status Management

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Predecessor status &1 for status object &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPESTATUS118 - Predecessor status &1 for status object &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PPESTATUS118 indicates that there is an issue with the predecessor status of a status object in the Project System (PS) or Production Planning (PP) module. Specifically, it means that the predecessor status you are trying to reference does not exist for the specified status object.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Predecessor Status: The predecessor status that you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Status Object: The status object you are referencing may not be correctly set up or may not be linked to the predecessor status.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the status management settings that prevent the predecessor status from being recognized.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the status tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Status Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for status management in SAP (Transaction code: OPUK or similar).
  Verify that the predecessor status is defined for the status object in question.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Predecessor Status:
  
  If the predecessor status does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the status profile settings.
  Ensure that the status profile is correctly assigned to the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Review Status Object Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the status object to ensure it is correctly configured to use the predecessor status.
  Make sure that the status object is active and properly linked to the relevant processes.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant data to ensure there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 to check the database tables related to status management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on status management and error handling.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OPUK (for status profile configuration) and OPUC (for status management).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PPESTATUS118 error in your SAP system.