How To Fix /SMB/UTILITY144 - Content lifecycle is on error, this must be fixed first

/SMB/UTILITY144 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/UTILITY -

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Content lifecycle is on error, this must be fixed first

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/SMB/UTILITY144 - Details

• The SAP error message /SMB/UTILITY144 Content lifecycle is on error, this must be fixed first typically indicates that there is an issue with the content lifecycle management in the SAP system, particularly in the context of SAP Business Suite or SAP S/4HANA. This error can occur when the content lifecycle for a specific object or document is not functioning correctly, which can prevent further processing or actions related to that content.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the content lifecycle management settings can lead to errors.
  Data Integrity Problems: Missing or corrupted data related to the content lifecycle can trigger this error.
  System Errors: Technical issues or bugs in the SAP system can also cause the content lifecycle to enter an error state.
  Incomplete Processes: If a previous process related to the content lifecycle was not completed successfully, it may leave the lifecycle in an error state.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for