How To Fix /SCA/DM042 - Failed to set status of ASN & to 'Goods Receipt'

/SCA/DM042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCA/DM -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Failed to set status of ASN & to 'Goods Receipt'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCA/DM042 - Failed to set status of ASN & to 'Goods Receipt' ?

  The SAP error message /SCA/DM042 Failed to set status of ASN & to 'Goods Receipt' typically occurs in the context of Advanced Shipping Notification (ASN) processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system was unable to change the status of the ASN to 'Goods Receipt' for a specific ASN number.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete ASN Data: The ASN may not have all the required data or may contain errors that prevent it from being processed.
  Status Conflicts: The ASN might already be in a status that does not allow it to be changed to 'Goods Receipt'.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are preventing the status change.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the action may not have the necessary authorizations to change the ASN status.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system issues or bugs that are causing the failure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check ASN Data: Review the ASN for completeness and