How To Fix SD851 - Requested status does not exist

SD851 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Requested status does not exist

What causes this issue?

The Dictionary object status requested in the function module does not
exist (here status ACTIVE).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD851 - Requested status does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SD851 ("Requested status does not exist") typically occurs in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when there is an attempt to access or process a status that is not valid or does not exist in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to change the status of a sales order, delivery, or billing document.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Status Code: The status code being referenced does not exist in the system or is not valid for the document type being processed.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or the status management configuration.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they might be referencing a status that is not defined.
  Transport Issues: If the status definitions were transported from one system to another, there might be missing or incomplete transport requests.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Status Configuration:
  
  Verify the status configuration in the relevant customizing settings. Ensure that the