06692 - Release already effected for requisition &, item &, with code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 692

• Message text: Release already effected for requisition &, item &, with code &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06692 - Release already effected for requisition &, item &, with code & ?

  The SAP error message "06692 Release already effected for requisition &, item &, with code &" indicates that a release (approval) has already been processed for a specific requisition and item. This error typically occurs when there is an attempt to release a purchase requisition that has already been released, or when there is an attempt to perform an action that is not allowed because the requisition is already in a released state.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Release Attempt: The most common cause is that the user is trying to release a requisition that has already been released.
  Incorrect Status Check: The requisition may have been released by another user or process, and the current user is not aware of this.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or workflows in place that prevent further actions on already released requisitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Requisition Status: Verify the status of the requisition in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., ME53N for display) and checking the release status.
  Review Release Codes: Ensure that you are using the correct release code and that it is applicable to the requisition and item you are trying to release.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are part of a team, check with colleagues to see if someone else has already released the requisition.
  Use Transaction ME28: If you need to see the release strategy or details, you can use transaction ME28 to display the release documents and their statuses.
  Contact SAP Support: If you believe this is an error or if the requisition should not be in a released state, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Release Strategy: Understand the release strategy configured in your SAP system, as it defines how requisitions are approved and what conditions must be met.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to release requisitions. Sometimes, restrictions can lead to confusion about the status of a requisition.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling purchase requisitions and releases.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue related to the error message 06692.