How To Fix /SCMTMS/COMMON216 - Cannot be archived; '&1'-status is '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COMMON -

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Cannot be archived; '&1'-status is '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON216 - Cannot be archived; '&1'-status is '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON216 indicates that a certain object cannot be archived due to its current status. The message typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the object type (e.g., transport order, shipment, etc.) and &2 for the current status of that object.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to archive an object that is in a status that does not allow archiving. Common statuses that might prevent archiving include:
  
  Open: The object is still being processed.
  In Progress: The object is currently being worked on or is in a workflow.
  Completed: Depending on the configuration, some completed statuses may also prevent archiving if they are not set to be archived.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to change the status of the object to one that allows archiving. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Status: Identify the current status of the object by reviewing the details in the relevant transaction or report.
  
  
  Change