How To Fix CC181 - Document is not released

CC181 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Document is not released

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The system checks the settings in the customizing system for document
management, step "Document statuses".

How to fix this error?

You can only assign revision levels to documents if the <LS>Complete
for engineering change management</> indicator is set for the relevant
document status.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CC181 - Details

• The SAP error message CC181, which states "Document is not released," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and product costing. This error indicates that a particular document, such as a cost estimate or a production order, has not been released for further processing. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document in question (e.g., cost estimate, production order) is still in a draft or preliminary status and has not been officially released.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to release the document.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing, preventing the document from being released.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may require certain conditions to be met before a document can be released.
  Dependencies on Other Documents: The document may depend on other documents or processes that have not been completed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Release the Document: Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g.,