How To Fix PS_DMND003 - Status change is not permitted. Invalid status sequence.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PS_DMND - Messages of Demand Object

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Status change is not permitted. Invalid status sequence.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PS_DMND003 - Status change is not permitted. Invalid status sequence. ?

  The SAP error message PS_DMND003 indicates that there is an issue with the status change of a demand management element (such as a planned order or a project). The message states that the status change is not permitted due to an invalid status sequence. This typically occurs when the system is trying to change the status of an object to a state that is not allowed based on its current status.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Status Transition: The status you are trying to change to is not allowed from the current status. For example, you might be trying to change a status from "Completed" back to "In Progress," which is not permitted.
  Configuration Issues: The status profile for the object may not be configured correctly, leading to invalid transitions.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or workflows in place that restrict certain status changes based on the business process.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the status change.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the object you are trying to change. Ensure that the status you want to change to is valid from the current status.
  Review Status Profile: Check the configuration of the status profile in the system. Ensure that the allowed status transitions are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or your organization's business process documentation to understand the valid status transitions for the specific object.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting the status change has the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to view the status of the object.
  Status Management: Familiarize yourself with the status management functionality in SAP, which can be found in the SAP Help Portal or through training materials.
  Change Logs: Check change logs or history for the object to see if there were any recent changes that might have affected its status.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.