How To Fix CK136 - Release is only possible within this period

CK136 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Release is only possible within this period

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CK136 - Details

• The SAP error message CK136 "Release is only possible within this period" typically occurs in the context of controlling and cost management, particularly when dealing with cost estimates or product costing. This error indicates that the system is preventing the release of a cost estimate or a similar transaction because the release date falls outside of the allowed period defined in the system settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Period Control Settings: The error is often caused by the period control settings in the controlling (CO) module. Each company code has specific settings that define the periods during which cost estimates can be released.
  Closed Periods: The period you are trying to release the cost estimate into may be closed for posting. This can happen if the financial period has been closed in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to release cost estimates in the specified period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Settings: Verify the