How To Fix VDM_PPM_PROJ_MSG011 - Project &1 is in status &2 and cannot be changed

VDM_PPM_PROJ_MSG011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VDM_PPM_PROJ_MSG - Messages for Project Brief

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Project &1 is in status &2 and cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VDM_PPM_PROJ_MSG011 - Project &1 is in status &2 and cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message VDM_PPM_PROJ_MSG011 indicates that a project (identified by the project number &1) is in a specific status (&2) that prevents any changes from being made to it. This is a common issue in project management within SAP, particularly in the context of Project Portfolio Management (PPM).
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  The project is in a status that is not editable (e.g., "Completed," "Closed," or "Cancelled").
  The project has been locked for changes due to certain business rules or workflows.
  The project is in a phase where modifications are restricted, such as during a financial closing period.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Project Status: Review the current status of the project. You can do this by navigating to the project in the SAP system and checking its status in the project details.
  
  
  Change Project Status: If the project is in a status that allows for changes, you may need to