How To Fix PROJECT_REPLICATION008 - Setting the status of object type &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PROJECT_REPLICATION - Messages Related to cProjects-PS Replication

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Setting the status of object type &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PROJECT_REPLICATION008 - Setting the status of object type &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message PROJECT_REPLICATION008 indicates that there is an issue with setting the status of a specific object type in the context of project replication. This error typically arises in the Project System (PS) module when trying to change the status of a project or related object that is not allowed due to certain conditions or restrictions.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Status Restrictions: The object type you are trying to change may have restrictions on its status. For example, certain statuses may not be allowed for specific object types or in certain project phases.
  
  
  Project Locking: The project or object may be locked for changes due to ongoing processes, such as approvals or other transactions that are currently being executed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the object type.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the system that