How To Fix DV252 - Document status set to "not released"

DV252 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DV - EHS: Messages for Report Shipping

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Document status set to "not released"

What causes this issue?

The document has not been released for shipment. The document
distribution order cannot be started.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DV252 - Document status set to "not released" ?

  The SAP error message DV252, which states "Document status set to 'not released'," typically occurs in the context of document management or workflow processes within SAP. This message indicates that a document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or any other type of document) has not been released for further processing, which can prevent subsequent actions from being taken.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Data: The document may be missing required fields or data that need to be filled out before it can be released.
  Approval Workflow: The document may be pending approval from a designated authority or may not have gone through the necessary workflow steps.
  Status Configuration: The document status may be set to "not released" due to specific configuration settings in the SAP system.
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to release the document may not have the necessary authorizations or roles assigned to perform the action.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system issues or