How To Fix W5131 - Please pass on a valid status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W5 - Messages for MM-WEB Applications and BAPIs

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Please pass on a valid status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W5131 - Please pass on a valid status ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W5131 - Please pass on a valid status
  
  Cause:
  The error message W5131 typically occurs when a status update or status management function in SAP is called with an invalid or missing status code. This often happens in scenarios involving status management in modules like PM (Plant Maintenance), QM (Quality Management), or other areas where object statuses are controlled.
  In other words, the system expects a valid status value to be passed to a function module, BAPI, or user exit, but the status provided is either empty, incorrect, or not defined in the status profile.
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  When using function modules like STATUS_UPDATE or similar, the status parameter is not correctly filled.
  When changing the status of an object (e.g., notification, order, equipment), the status code passed is not part of the allowed status profile.
  Custom code or enhancements that handle status changes but do not validate the status before passing it.
  Missing or incorrect configuration in status profiles or status codes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Status Code Passed:
  
  Verify the status code being passed to the function or BAPI.
  Ensure it is not empty or null.
  Confirm that the status code exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Status Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction BS22 (Status Profile) or relevant customizing to check the status profile assigned to the object.
  Confirm that the status code you want to pass is defined and allowed in the profile.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If the status update is done via custom code, debug or review the code to ensure the status parameter is correctly set.
  Add validation to prevent passing invalid or empty status codes.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Function Modules or BAPIs:
  
  Use standard SAP function modules or BAPIs for status updates.
  Follow SAP documentation for the correct parameters and status codes.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Sometimes, the user might not have authorization to set certain statuses, which can cause issues.
  Verify user roles and authorizations related to status changes.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BS22 - Status Profile
  IW32 / IW33 - Change / Display PM Orders (where status changes happen)
  QM02 / QM03 - Change / Display Quality Notifications
  
  
  
  Function Modules:
  
  STATUS_UPDATE
  STATUS_CHANGE
  BAPIs related to the specific object (e.g., BAPI_ALM_ORDER_STATUS_SET)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to status management for your specific module.
  Sometimes, patches or corrections are available for status handling issues.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The W5131 error means the system expects a valid status code but did not receive one. To fix it, ensure the status code passed is valid, correctly configured in the status profile, and properly handled in any custom code or standard SAP functions.
  
  If you provide the exact context (module, transaction, or program where this error occurs), I can help with more specific guidance.