How To Fix /TMF/ECF035 - Status &1 is not allowed for ID &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /TMF/ECF -

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Status &1 is not allowed for ID &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /TMF/ECF035 - Status &1 is not allowed for ID &2 ?

  The SAP error message /TMF/ECF035 Status &1 is not allowed for ID &2 typically relates to issues in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or SAP Convergent Invoicing (SAP CI) modules. This error indicates that a specific status (represented by &1) is not permitted for a particular identifier (represented by &2), which could be a transaction, document, or any other entity within the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Status Transition: The status of the object you are trying to process is not valid for the operation you are attempting. For example, you might be trying to change the status of a document that is already in a final state (like "Completed" or "Cancelled").
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict certain status transitions based on business rules.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data associated with the ID may be corrupted or not properly set up, leading to invalid status assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status Validity: Review the status of the object (ID &2) you are trying to process. Ensure that the status you are trying to set or transition to is valid according to the business logic defined in your system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to status management in SAP CC or CI. Ensure that the status transitions are correctly defined and that the current status allows for the desired operation.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific module you are working with to understand the allowed status transitions.
  Error Handling: If you are developing or customizing processes, implement error handling to manage cases where invalid statuses are encountered.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to check transaction codes related to the specific module (e.g., SAP CC or CI) to view logs or status details.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  Community 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 diagnose and resolve the error message /TMF/ECF035 Status &1 is not allowed for ID &2.