How To Fix CO118 - Release of order not possible

CO118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Release of order not possible

What causes this issue?

The order could not be released.

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?

Check the entries in the release log.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CO118 - Details

• The SAP error message CO118 ("Release of order not possible") typically occurs in the context of production orders or process orders when there are issues preventing the order from being released. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The order may have missing or incorrect data, such as missing components, routing information, or work center assignments.
  Status Issues: The order may be in a status that does not allow it to be released. For example, if the order is already completed or technically closed, it cannot be released.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other orders or processes that need to be resolved before the order can be released.
  Capacity Constraints: If there are capacity constraints in the work center, the order may not be able to be released.
  Material Availability: If the required materials are not available or not confirmed, the order may not