How To Fix CO586 - Operation release rejected (order completed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 586

• Message text: Operation release rejected (order completed)

What causes this issue?

You can only release an operation, if the order is not deleted,
technically completed, or locked.

System Response

The release of the operation is rejected.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO586 - Operation release rejected (order completed) ?

  The SAP error message CO586 ("Operation release rejected (order completed)") typically occurs in the context of production orders or process orders in SAP. This error indicates that an attempt was made to release an operation in a production order that has already been completed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Order Status: The production order or operation you are trying to release has already been marked as completed. In SAP, once an operation is completed, it cannot be released again.
  Incorrect Sequence: The operation may have been completed out of sequence, or there may have been an attempt to release an operation that is not in a valid status for release.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that prevent the release of operations under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the production order. You can do this by navigating to the production order in transaction code CO03 (Display Production Order) and checking the status of the operations.
  Review Completed Operations: If the operation is already completed, you will need to assess whether you need to perform any further actions on the order. If the order is indeed complete, no further releases are necessary.
  Reopen the Order: If you need to make changes to a completed order, you may need to reopen the order. This can be done using transaction code CO02 (Change Production Order) if your system settings allow it. Note that reopening an order may have implications on inventory and accounting.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines specific to your organization regarding production order processing to ensure compliance with internal procedures.
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about the status or how to proceed, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a functional consultant for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO03: Display Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO01: Create Production Order
  
  
  Order Types: Be aware of the different types of production orders (e.g., discrete, process) and their specific behaviors in SAP.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on production orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CO586 error and understand the context in which it occurs.