How To Fix WS746 - Application status &2 not assigned to status group &1 (save not allowed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 746

• Message text: Application status &2 not assigned to status group &1 (save not allowed)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS746 - Application status &2 not assigned to status group &1 (save not allowed) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WS746 - Application status &2 not assigned to status group &1 (save not allowed)
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to save a business object or document with an application status that is not assigned or linked to the status group defined for that object. In SAP, application statuses are grouped into status groups, and only statuses assigned to the relevant status group are allowed for that business object.
  For example, if you are trying to set an application status (e.g., "In Process", "Completed") that is not part of the status group assigned to the object (e.g., a sales order, service order, or project), the system will prevent saving and throw this error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Status Group: A collection of application statuses that are valid for a particular business object or process.
  Application Status: A specific status that indicates the current state of the business object.
  The system checks if the application status you want to assign is part of the status group assigned to the object.
  If not, the system blocks the save operation to maintain data consistency and process integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Status Group Assignment:
  
  Identify the status group assigned to the business object.
  You can find this in the customizing or by checking the object metadata.
  
  
  
  Verify the Application Status:
  
  Check if the application status you are trying to assign is included in the status group.
  Use transaction codes like BS22 (for status groups) or BS23 (for application statuses) to review the assignments.
  
  
  
  Assign the Application Status to the Status Group:
  
  If the application status is missing from the status group, add it via customizing:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Cross-Application Components ? Status Management ? Define Status Groups.
  Select the relevant status group and assign the missing application status.
  
  
  Alternatively, use transaction BS22 to maintain the status group and add the required application status.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Sometimes, the error might be caused by missing authorizations to change or assign certain statuses.
  Verify user roles and authorizations related to status management.
  
  
  
  Test the Change:
  
  After assigning the application status to the status group, try saving the business object again.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BS22 - Maintain Status Groups
  BS23 - Maintain Application Statuses
  SPRO - SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (for status management)
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to status management for your specific module (e.g., PM, SD, PS).
  
  
  Modules Affected:
  
  This error can occur in various modules like Plant Maintenance (PM), Project System (PS), Sales and Distribution (SD), etc., wherever status management is used.
  
  
  Status Management Overview:
  
  SAP uses status management to control the lifecycle of business objects.
  Proper configuration of status groups and application statuses is essential for smooth process flow.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the specific module or business object you are working with, I can give more tailored instructions.
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WS746 occurs because the application status you want to assign is not part of the status group assigned to the business object. To fix it, assign the application status to the correct status group via customizing or transaction BS22.
  
  Let me know if you need help with the exact steps for your SAP module!