How To Fix SCTS_DIST_CTL_PROJCT012 - Could not set project status (invalid value)

SCTS_DIST_CTL_PROJCT012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_DIST_CTL_PROJCT - Central CTS: Project System

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Could not set project status (invalid value)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_DIST_CTL_PROJCT012 - Could not set project status (invalid value) ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_DIST_CTL_PROJCT012 indicates that there is an issue with setting the project status in the SAP system, specifically that an invalid value has been provided for the project status. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Change and Transport System (CTS) when dealing with transport requests and projects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Status Value: The project status being set is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo, an unsupported status, or a status that is not applicable to the current project.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the CTS settings that define valid project statuses.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the project status.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can arise from bugs or inconsistencies in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Project Status Values: Verify the list of valid project statuses in your SAP system. Ensure that the status you are