How To Fix FSH_OS020 - Cannot unlock strategy &1; assigned to document type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_OS - Messages for Order Scheduling

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Cannot unlock strategy &1; assigned to document type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_OS020 - Cannot unlock strategy &1; assigned to document type ?

  The SAP error message FSH_OS020 indicates that a strategy cannot be unlocked because it is assigned to a document type. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Fashion Management (FSH) or similar modules where strategies are used for managing various business processes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to unlock a strategy that is currently linked to a document type. Document types in SAP are used to categorize different types of documents (like purchase orders, sales orders, etc.), and if a strategy is actively assigned to one of these document types, it cannot be modified or unlocked until the assignment is removed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Document Type: Determine which document type the strategy is currently assigned to. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the relevant module.
  
  
  Remove the Assignment: 
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings where the strategy is assigned to the document type.
  Remove the assignment of the strategy from the document type. This may involve going to the relevant customizing transaction (like SPRO) and modifying the settings.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Strategy: Once the assignment has been removed, you should be able to unlock the strategy without encountering the error.
  
  
  Reassign if Necessary: If you need the strategy to be assigned to a document type again after making your changes, you can reassign it once it has been successfully unlocked.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing strategies and document types, such as SPRO (for configuration) or specific transaction codes related to the Fashion Management module.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on managing strategies and document types in your specific version of SAP.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to strategies and document types, as restrictions may also lead to similar errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.