How To Fix VELO157 - IDoc status &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VELO - Vehicle Management System

• Message number: 157

• Message text: IDoc status &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VELO157 - IDoc status &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message VELO157, which states "IDoc status &1 is not allowed," typically occurs when an IDoc (Intermediate Document) is in a status that is not permissible for the operation you are trying to perform. This can happen during various processes, such as processing, reprocessing, or sending IDocs.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid IDoc Status: The IDoc is in a status that does not allow the operation you are attempting. For example, if the IDoc is already processed or in an error state, it may not be eligible for reprocessing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the IDoc processing that restrict certain statuses from being used.
  Business Logic: The business process may dictate that certain IDoc statuses are not valid for specific operations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VELO157 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check IDoc Status: Use transaction code WE02 or WE05 to view the IDoc and check its current status. Common IDoc statuses include:
  
  01: Created
  30: Error
  03: Successfully processed
  12: In process
  
  Ensure that the IDoc is in a status that allows the operation you want to perform.
  
  
  Reprocess or Correct Errors: If the IDoc is in an error status (e.g., 30), you may need to correct the underlying issue that caused the error and then reprocess the IDoc. You can use transaction code BD87 to reprocess IDocs.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the IDoc processing configuration in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the desired operations on the IDoc statuses.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to IDoc processing for any specific guidelines or restrictions regarding IDoc statuses.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Status Codes: Familiarize yourself with the various IDoc status codes and their meanings to better understand the context of the error.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  WE02/WE05: To display IDocs.
  BD87: To reprocess IDocs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to IDoc processing and the VELO157 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VELO157 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.