How To Fix SOLAR_DOC232 - Save not possible, end status &1 is not an allowed next status of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOLAR_DOC - Error Messages for Solution Architect Document Management

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Save not possible, end status &1 is not an allowed next status of &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOLAR_DOC232 - Save not possible, end status &1 is not an allowed next status of &2 ?

  The SAP error message SOLAR_DOC232 indicates that there is an issue with the status transition of a document in the SAP Solution Manager. Specifically, the error message states that the "end status" you are trying to set is not allowed based on the current "status" of the document.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you attempt to save a document (such as a project or a change request) in a status that is not valid according to the defined workflow or status management rules. Each document in SAP has a defined lifecycle with specific allowed transitions between statuses. If you try to move to a status that is not permitted from the current status, you will encounter this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current Status: Review the current status of the document you are trying to save. You can usually find this in the document details or status overview.
  
  
  Review Allowed Status Transitions: Consult the documentation or configuration settings for the specific document type to understand the allowed status transitions. This information can often be found in the SAP Solution Manager configuration or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Change Status Appropriately: If you need to change the status of the document, ensure that you are moving to a valid next status based on the current status. You may need to perform intermediate steps to reach the desired status.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unsure about the status transitions or if the error persists despite following the correct procedures, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  Check Customizations: If your organization has customized the status management for documents, ensure that the custom rules are correctly defined and that you are following them.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Solution Manager documentation for information on document management and status handling.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change the status of the document. Sometimes, authorization issues can also lead to errors when saving documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.