How To Fix CS046 - Total profile and release cap. ind. must be maintained to "release" oper.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CS - Logistics Customizing

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Total profile and release cap. ind. must be maintained to "release" oper.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CS046 - Total profile and release cap. ind. must be maintained to "release" oper. ?

  The SAP error message CS046 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the total profile and release capability indicator for a specific operation in a routing or production order. This error typically arises when the system expects certain settings to be in place for the operation to be released, but they are not correctly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The total profile and release capability indicator for the operation is not set to "release." This means that the system cannot process the operation as it lacks the necessary settings.
  Routing Issues: The routing for the production order may not have been properly defined, or the operation may not have the required parameters set.
  Profile Settings: The total profile settings in the configuration may not be aligned with the requirements for the operation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Routing: Go to the routing associated with the production order and check the operation settings. Ensure that the total profile and release capability indicator is set correctly.
  
  Use transaction code CA03 to display the routing and verify the operation details.
  
  
  
  Maintain Total Profile: If the total profile is not maintained, you need to set it up correctly.
  
  Use transaction code CR01 to create or CR02 to change the total profile settings.
  Ensure that the profile is set to "release" for the relevant operations.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the system for the total profile and release capability.
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the relevant area for routing and production.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on how to configure the total profile and release capability indicator.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CA03: Display Routing
  CR01: Create Routing
  CR02: Change Routing
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to routing and configuration settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CS046 error and ensure that the operation can be released successfully.