How To Fix /TMF/TOM_API005 - It isn't possible to change the table status from &1 to &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /TMF/TOM_API -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: It isn't possible to change the table status from &1 to &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /TMF/TOM_API005 - It isn't possible to change the table status from &1 to &2. ?

  The SAP error message /TMF/TOM_API005 indicates that there is an issue with changing the status of a table in the context of the SAP Transport Management System (TMS) or related to the Transport Organizer Management (TOM). The message typically states that it isn't possible to change the table status from one state (&1) to another (&2).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Status Transition: The status transition you are trying to perform is not allowed. For example, you might be trying to change a table from a status that is not compatible with the target status.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or constraints that prevent the status change. For instance, if there are active transports or other processes that are locking the table.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to make the change may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the TMS or TOM that restrict certain status changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status Transition Rules: Review the allowed status transitions for the specific table you are working with. Ensure that the transition you are attempting is valid.
  Review Dependencies: Check for any active transports or processes that might be locking the table. You may need to wait for these processes to complete or resolve any issues with them.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the table status. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the Transport Management System and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with the TMS configuration and how it manages transport requests and table statuses.
  Transport Organizer Management (TOM): Understand the role of TOM in managing transport requests and the implications of table status changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the /TMF/TOM_API005 error message.