How To Fix 40015 - Process order is not yet released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 40 - Messages for Process Orders

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Process order is not yet released

What causes this issue?

You have selected a business function which requires that the process
order has been released, in other words, that all the operations are
released.

System Response

The system will not carry out this function.

How to fix this error?

Release the process order and repeat the function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 40015 - Process order is not yet released ?

  The SAP error message 40015, "Process order is not yet released," typically occurs when you attempt to perform an operation on a process order that has not been released for production. This error is common in the context of production planning and execution within SAP's ERP system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the process order is still in a status that does not allow for production activities. Specifically, the order must be released before any operations, such as confirmations or goods movements, can be performed. The order status can be checked in the order management screen.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to release the process order. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Process Order:
  
  Use transaction code CO02 (Change Process Order) or CO01 (Create Process Order) to access the order.
  
  
  
  Check the Order Status:
  
  In the order screen, check the status of the process order. It should indicate that it is not released.
  
  
  
  Release the Order:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can release the order by selecting the "Release" button (or using the menu path: Order -> Release).
  Confirm the release action.
  
  
  
  Verify the Release:
  
  After releasing, you can check the order status again to ensure it has changed to "Released."
  
  
  
  Retry the Operation:
  
  Once the order is released, you can retry the operation that initially caused the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Order Statuses: Familiarize yourself with the different statuses of process orders (e.g., created, released, in process, completed) to understand the workflow better.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to release process orders. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP administrator.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on process order management and the implications of different statuses.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider training sessions on SAP process order management to better understand the workflow and system functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your production activities in SAP.