How To Fix 40010 - Process order & not released yet. A control recipe will not be generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 40 - Messages for Process Orders

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Process order & not released yet. A control recipe will not be generated

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please release the process order first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 40010 - Process order & not released yet. A control recipe will not be generated ?

  The SAP error message "40010 Process order & not released yet. A control recipe will not be generated" typically occurs in the context of process orders in SAP's Production Planning (PP) and Process Industries modules. This error indicates that the process order you are trying to work with has not been released, which is a prerequisite for generating a control recipe.
  Cause:
  
  Order Status: The process order is in a status that does not allow it to be released. This could be due to it being newly created or still in a preliminary state.
  Missing Release: The process order has not been formally released by the user or through an automated process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to release the process order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the order from being released.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Release the Process Order:
  
  Navigate to the process order in SAP (Transaction code: CO02).
  Check the status of the order. If it is not released, you can release it by selecting the "Release" option (usually found in the menu or toolbar).
  Ensure that all necessary prerequisites for releasing the order are met (e.g., all required data is filled in).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to release process orders. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to process orders and control recipes. This may involve checking the settings in the Production Planning module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional details on process order management and control recipe generation.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check for any related error logs or messages that might provide more context on why the order cannot be released.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Process Order Lifecycle: Understand the lifecycle of a process order, including the various statuses (created, released, in process, completed, etc.).
  Control Recipes: Familiarize yourself with how control recipes are generated in SAP and their role in the production process.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or bugs related to process orders and control recipes.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP PP and process orders.