How To Fix PSB_API_MSGCL012 - Status "&1" is not active for object "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSB_API_MSGCL -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Status "&1" is not active for object "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSB_API_MSGCL012 - Status "&1" is not active for object "&2" ?

  The SAP error message PSB_API_MSGCL012 indicates that a specific status is not active for a given object. This error typically arises in the context of project system (PS) or related modules where certain statuses are expected to be active for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Status: The status specified in the error message is not active for the object (e.g., project, WBS element, or network). This can happen if the status has been deactivated or if the object has not been properly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of status profiles or the status management settings in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change or view the status of the object.
  Object Not Found: The object specified in the error may not exist or may have been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Status Configuration:
  
  Go to the status profile configuration in the SAP system and verify that the status in question is indeed active for the object type you are working with.
  Use transaction codes like OPJH (for project definitions) or CJ20N (for project management) to check the status settings.
  
  
  
  Activate the Status:
  
  If the status is not active, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the status profile settings.
  
  
  
  Review Object Status:
  
  Check the status of the specific object (e.g., project, WBS element) to ensure it is in a valid state for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and change the status of the object. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the status management for the object type you are working with.
  
  
  
  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 CJ20N, CJ01, CJ02, and OPJH for project management and status profile management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  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 the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.