How To Fix H1296 - Status of & & is not 'Released provisionally' or 'Released'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 296

• Message text: Status of & & is not 'Released provisionally' or 'Released'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1296 - Status of & & is not 'Released provisionally' or 'Released' ?

  The SAP error message H1296 indicates that the status of a document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or other transactional document) is not in the expected state of "Released provisionally" or "Released." This error typically arises when trying to perform an action that requires the document to be in one of these statuses, such as posting or processing further.
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow further processing. For example, it could be in a "Draft," "Blocked," or "Cancelled" status.
  Incomplete Data: The document may not have all the required data filled in, preventing it from being released.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the status changes for certain document types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., ME23N for purchase orders) and checking the status in the header or status tab.
  Release the Document: If the document is in a draft or blocked status, you may need to release it. This can typically be done by selecting the appropriate action in the transaction (e.g., "Release" button).
  Complete Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly. If any required information is missing, complete it and try to release the document again.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of the document. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the system settings allow for the desired status changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or others depending on the document type.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more details on document statuses and their implications.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.