How To Fix BCA_RELEASE017 - Release no longer required for object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BCA_RELEASE - All Messages on Release Tool

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Release no longer required for object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BCA_RELEASE017 - Release no longer required for object &1 ?

  The SAP error message BCA_RELEASE017 indicates that a release is no longer required for a specific object. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business Workflow or Release Management processes, where a release strategy is defined for certain documents or objects, and the system determines that the release is no longer necessary.
  Cause:
  
  Change in Document Status: The object (e.g., purchase requisition, purchase order) may have undergone a status change that makes the release unnecessary. For example, if the document has been fully approved or has been canceled.
  Release Strategy Changes: The release strategy for the object may have been modified, leading to the conclusion that the release is no longer needed.
  Manual Intervention: A user may have manually changed the status of the document or object, which can trigger this message.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the release strategy that lead to this message being triggered incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the object in question. If it has been fully approved or canceled, then the message is expected behavior.
  Review Release Strategy: Check the release strategy configuration to ensure it is set up correctly. Make sure that the conditions for release are still valid.
  Consult Change Logs: Look at the change logs for the object to see if any recent changes might have affected its release status.
  Re-evaluate Requirements: If the release is still required, you may need to adjust the document or object to meet the necessary criteria for release.
  Contact SAP Support: If you believe this message is being triggered incorrectly, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check the status of the document.
  Release Strategy Configuration: The configuration for release strategies can be found in the SPRO transaction under the relevant module (e.g., Materials Management).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on release strategies and workflow processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.