You can use SAP enhancement SAPLV01D with the function module exit EXIT_SAPLV01D_001 to determine the initial status of a new batch. You can use this to overwrite the initial status specified in Customizing.
Status management must be activated.
Unlike modifications, enhancements are release-insensitive as they are not located in the SAP original but in a name range reserved for customers.
For information on the general procedure for creating enhancements choose "Utilities - Manual".
Each enhancement is documented. To access this documentation, choose "Display SAP doc" in the enhancement.