How To Fix ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK046 - You have not maintained default release rule for the variant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK - ARun Release Check

• Message number: 046

• Message text: You have not maintained default release rule for the variant &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK046 - You have not maintained default release rule for the variant &1 ?

  The SAP error message ARUN_RELEASE_CHECK046 indicates that there is no default release rule maintained for a specific variant in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of release strategies, particularly in the area of purchasing or procurement processes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to release a document (like a purchase requisition or purchase order) that is associated with a variant for which no default release rule has been defined. This means that the system does not know how to process the release for that specific variant, leading to the error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain a default release rule for the specified variant. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Release Strategy Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Release Procedure -> Define Release Procedure for Purchase Requisitions / Purchase Orders
  
  
  
  
  Select the Appropriate Release Group:
  
  Identify the release group that corresponds to the document type you are working with (e.g., purchase requisitions or purchase orders).
  
  
  
  Maintain Release Strategies:
  
  Within the release strategy configuration, find the section where you can define release strategies.
  Ensure that a release strategy is assigned to the relevant variant. If it is not, you will need to create or modify a release strategy to include the variant.
  
  
  
  Define Default Release Rule:
  
  For the selected variant, ensure that a default release rule is defined. This typically involves specifying the conditions under which the release strategy should be applied.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Release:
  
  Go back to the document you were trying to release and attempt the release process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Release Strategies: These are used to control the approval process for purchasing documents. Each strategy can have different levels of approval based on the value or type of the document.
  Variants: Variants are used to define specific conditions or parameters under which a release strategy is applicable.
  Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the release action.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or authorization issues at play.