How To Fix SRM_GENERIC_SP845 - The successor status to be set (SRM_STATE) is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_GENERIC_SP - SRM: Generic Service Provider

• Message number: 845

• Message text: The successor status to be set (SRM_STATE) is invalid

What causes this issue?

The subsequent status (SRM_STATE) you want to set is not valid as it
it does not comply with the status network.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Set a subsequent status that deos complay with the status network.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_GENERIC_SP845 - The successor status to be set (SRM_STATE) is invalid ?

  The SAP error message SRM_GENERIC_SP845 indicates that there is an issue with the successor status (SRM_STATE) that you are trying to set in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system. This error typically arises when the status you are attempting to assign to a document or transaction is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Status Code: The status code you are trying to set does not exist in the system or is not defined for the specific document type.
  Status Transition Rules: The status transition rules may not allow the transition to the specified successor status. Each document type in SAP SRM has defined rules for which statuses can transition to which other statuses.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SRM system that prevent the status from being set correctly.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be underlying data integrity issues that are causing the status to be invalid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Valid Status Codes: Verify the list of valid status codes for the document type you are working with. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP SRM system.
  Review Status Transition Rules: Look into the status transition rules for the specific document type to ensure that the transition you are trying to make is allowed.
  Configuration Review: If you have access, review the configuration settings in the SAP SRM system to ensure that the status codes are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific status codes and their meanings.
  Check for Data Issues: Investigate if there are any data integrity issues that might be causing the status to be invalid. This may involve checking related documents or transactions.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to status management in SAP SRM, such as BBP_PD for processing purchase orders or BBP_CTR for managing contracts.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.