How To Fix WV017 - Items with status &1 cannot be &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WV - Messages about Sales Price Calculation

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Items with status &1 cannot be &2

What causes this issue?

Items were selected with status &V1&. You then attempted to process
these items. The system does not permit items to have status &V1&
&V2&.

System Response

The processing of the selected items was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Remove the selections on all of the items with status &V1& and
repeat the transaction that was terminated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WV017 - Items with status &1 cannot be &2 ?

  The SAP error message WV017, which states "Items with status &1 cannot be &2," typically occurs in the context of inventory management or logistics processes. This error indicates that the item you are trying to process (e.g., post, change, or delete) has a status that does not allow the requested action.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Item Status: The item may be in a status that restricts certain actions. For example, it could be in a blocked status, reserved, or already processed in a way that prevents further changes.
  Document Status: The document associated with the item may be in a status that does not allow modifications (e.g., completed, closed).
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict actions based on item status.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WV017 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Status: Review the status of the item in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., MB52 for inventory display) and checking the status of the item.
  
  
  Review Document Status: If the item is part of a document (like a purchase order or delivery), check the status of that document. Ensure that it is not in a completed or blocked state.
  
  
  Change Item Status: If appropriate, change the status of the item to allow the desired action. This may involve unblocking the item or changing its status through the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like MB1A, MB1B, or MB1C).
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that may be affecting item statuses and allowed actions.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or other processes that are preventing the action you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MB52: Display List of Warehouse Stocks on Hand
  MB1A: Goods Withdrawal
  MB1B: Transfer Posting
  MB1C: Other Goods Receipts
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the item.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.