How To Fix RSPLPPM020 - Cannot find system status or system-related status switch missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLPPM - Message Class for Package RSPLPPM

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Cannot find system status or system-related status switch missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLPPM020 - Cannot find system status or system-related status switch missing ?

  The SAP error message RSPLPPM020 indicates that the system is unable to find the required system status or that a system-related status switch is missing. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when dealing with process chains, data loading, or data processing.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Status: The system status required for the process chain or data load is not set correctly or is missing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the process chain or the data flow.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the necessary statuses may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required statuses.
  Data Source Issues: The data source or the InfoProvider may not be correctly set up or may be inactive.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Status: Verify the system status in the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench) to ensure that it is correctly set.
  Review Process Chain Configuration: Go through the process chain configuration to ensure that all steps are correctly defined and that there are no missing links or statuses.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the process chain or data load.
  Data Source Verification: Check the configuration of the data source and InfoProvider to ensure they are active and correctly set up.
  Re-activate Objects: Sometimes, reactivating the InfoObjects or InfoProviders can resolve the issue.
  Check for Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or patches available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance), and RSMO (Monitor Process Chains).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to process chains and data loading for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP Support for assistance.