How To Fix C5632 - Detailed plan &1 &2 requires approval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C5 - Master Recipe

• Message number: 632

• Message text: Detailed plan &1 &2 requires approval

What causes this issue?

For detailed planning, master recipe &V1& &V2& has been assigned to the
production version you have selected. The change rule of this master
recipe specifies that an approval procedure must be followed. Depending
on the system settings, the system reacts as follows:
In the standard system, this system message is displayed as an error
message. This means that you can only edit the production version in
the master recipe and no longer in the material master. This ensures
that the production version is subject to the same approval procedure
as the master recipe.
If you have made the corresponding Customizing settings, this message
is displayed as a warning message only. This means that you can still
maintain the production version in the material master.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If this message is displayed as an error message in your system, edit
the production version in the master recipe.

Procedure for System Administrators

If you want to allow production version maintenance in the material
master record, too, make the following settings in Customizing for
<LS>Master Recipes</>:
In the Customizing activity <LS>Settings for the Task List Type</>,
specify that this message <LS>C5 632 Detailed plan requires approval</>
is only displayed as a warning message or even not at all.
<ZH>Caution!</>
The settings are valid for all your production versions in your system.
You should <ZH>not</> make these settings if you must comply with the
guidelines on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for the pharmaceutical
industry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C5632 - Detailed plan &1 &2 requires approval ?

  The SAP error message C5632, which states "Detailed plan &1 &2 requires approval," typically occurs in the context of production planning and control within SAP. This message indicates that a detailed planning document (such as a production order or a planned order) requires approval before it can be processed further.
  Cause:
  
  Approval Workflow: The detailed plan may be part of an approval workflow that requires certain users or roles to review and approve the document before it can be executed.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require approvals for certain types of planning documents based on business rules or organizational policies.
  Status of the Document: The document may be in a status that does not allow further processing until it is approved.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Approval Status: Verify the current status of the detailed plan. You may need to check if it is pending approval and who is responsible for the approval.
  Review Workflow Settings: If you have access, review the workflow settings in the SAP system to understand the approval process and identify any bottlenecks.
  Contact Approver: If you are not the approver, contact the designated approver to expedite the approval process.
  Adjust Configuration: If the requirement for approval is not necessary for your business process, consider discussing with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to adjust the configuration settings.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like CO02 for production orders) to check the status and details of the document.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to production planning, such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO03 (Display Production Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to production planning and approval workflows for more detailed guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the users involved in the approval process have the necessary roles and authorizations to approve the documents.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.