How To Fix PPESTATUS142 - The succeeding status &3 of status &1/&2 has already been set to complete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPESTATUS - Messages: iPPE Status Management

• Message number: 142

• Message text: The succeeding status &3 of status &1/&2 has already been set to complete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPESTATUS142 - The succeeding status &3 of status &1/&2 has already been set to complete ?

  The SAP error message PPESTATUS142 indicates that there is an issue with the status management of a process order or production order in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the succeeding status of a particular status has already been set to "complete," which is causing a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  
  Status Management Conflict: The error typically arises when there is an attempt to change the status of an order or operation that has already been marked as complete. This can happen if:
  
  The order has already been processed and the system is trying to set a new status that is not allowed.
  There is an inconsistency in the status flow defined in the system.
  The user is trying to set a status that is not valid based on the current status of the order.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Sequence of Status Changes: The status change might not follow the defined sequence in the system, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the order or operation in question. You can do this by navigating to the order in the SAP GUI and checking the status overview.
  
  
  Review Status Flow: Ensure that the status change you are trying to perform is valid according to the defined status flow in the system. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to understand the allowed transitions.
  
  
  Reset or Adjust Status: If the status has been incorrectly set, you may need to reset it to a previous state before attempting to change it again. This may require specific authorizations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to status management for production orders to understand the allowed status transitions.
  
  
  Check for Customizations: If your organization has customized the status management process, ensure that the custom logic is not causing the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or CO03 (Display Production Order) to check the status of the order.
  Status Profiles: Review the status profiles assigned to the order type to understand the allowed statuses and transitions.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the order.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.