How To Fix CO228 - Operation cannot be released due to status of sub-operation

CO228 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Operation cannot be released due to status of sub-operation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO228 - Operation cannot be released due to status of sub-operation ?

  The SAP error message CO228, which states "Operation cannot be released due to status of sub-operation," typically occurs in the context of production order processing in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the status of a sub-operation that prevents the main operation from being released.
  Causes:
  
  
  Sub-operation Status: The sub-operation associated with the main operation may not be in a status that allows the main operation to be released. For example, if the sub-operation is still in a "planned" status or has not been completed, the main operation cannot proceed.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies between operations that have not been satisfied. For instance, if a preceding operation has not been completed, the subsequent operation may be blocked.
  
  
  Incomplete Data: Required data for the sub-operation may be missing or incomplete, which can prevent the operation from being released.
  
  
  Locking Issues: Sometimes, the operation may be locked by another user or process,