How To Fix ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK043 - Choose a valid Release Check Variant.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK - ARun Release Check

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Choose a valid Release Check Variant.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK043 - Choose a valid Release Check Variant. ?

  The SAP error message ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK043 indicates that there is an issue with the release check variant being used in a particular process, typically related to the release strategy in purchasing documents or sales orders. This error occurs when the system cannot find a valid release check variant for the specified criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Release Check Variant: The release check variant specified in the configuration or in the document is not valid or does not exist.
  Configuration Issues: The release strategy may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the inability to find a valid variant.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified release check variant.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being processed may not be linked to any valid release check variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Release Check Variant:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for release strategies (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Release Procedure for Purchase Orders > Define Release Check Variants.
  Ensure that the release check variant you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Release Strategy Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the release strategy is correctly assigned to the document type you are working with.
  Check if the release strategy is properly configured with the necessary conditions and release codes.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the release procedure. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type (e.g., Purchase Order, Sales Order) is correctly linked to the release check variant in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Access to the configuration settings.
  ME28: Release Purchase Orders.
  ME29N: Release Purchase Orders (new).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to release check variants or the error message itself.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed information on release strategies and check variants.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.