SP2013 Content Approval Process, restrict status change on updates after Approval

Hi ,
I had implemented the SharePoint content approval process for one internal requirement. Now, there is a need for modifying the content after Approval Status and by doing so SharePoint modifies the status as 'Pending' after edit. But, I have to retain the
approval status.
Please share any thoughts on how to achieve this ?
Thanks in advance.
soundar

Hi Soundar_SP,
After you edit the list item, then the approve status will change to pnending. This is by design.
There is no OOTB feature to achieve your requirement.
As a workaround, you can create a custom Approve workflow with start Approval Progress action and set the workflow started when item created.
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