How To Fix ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK023 - Group &1 not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK - ARun Release Check

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Group &1 not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK023 - Group &1 not defined ?

  The SAP error message ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK023 with the description "Group &1 not defined" typically occurs in the context of release strategies in SAP, particularly when dealing with purchasing documents or other approval processes. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a release group that has not been defined in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Release Group Definition: The specified release group (denoted by &1) has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or an incomplete setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The release strategy may be incorrectly configured, leading to the system looking for a non-existent group.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the transport might not have included the necessary definitions for the release group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Release Group:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Release Procedure for Purchase Orders > Define Release Groups.
  Check if the release group in question is defined. If not, create a new entry for the release group.
  
  
  
  Check Release Strategy Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the release strategy is correctly configured to use the defined release group.
  Verify that the release codes and the associated release groups are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the release strategy to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, ME28 for release purchase orders, and ME29N for release strategies.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring release strategies and groups.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK023 error and ensure that your release strategies function correctly.