How To Fix LTR2_ES_CHECK033 - Rule '&1' not in development status 'RELEASED'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTR2_ES_CHECK - LTR2 Checks on Embedded Specification

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Rule '&1' not in development status 'RELEASED'

What causes this issue?

Transformation rules must be in development status RELEASED in order to
be assigned to table fields for a data transformation.

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?

Change the development status of the transformation rule to RELEASED.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTR2_ES_CHECK033 - Rule '&1' not in development status 'RELEASED' ?

  The SAP error message LTR2_ES_CHECK033 indicates that a specific rule (denoted by &1) is not in the required development status of 'RELEASED'. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Landscape Transformation (SLT) or Data Replication processes, where certain rules or configurations must be in a specific status to be utilized.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the rule you are trying to use or execute is not in the 'RELEASED' status. In SAP, rules or configurations often go through various statuses during their lifecycle, such as 'DRAFT', 'IN DEVELOPMENT', and 'RELEASED'. Only rules that are marked as 'RELEASED' can be executed or applied in production scenarios.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to change the status of the rule to 'RELEASED'. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Rule Management:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction code in SAP that allows you to manage the rules. This could be in the SLT configuration or a specific application related to your data transformation.
  
  
  
  Locate the Rule:
  
  Find the rule that corresponds to the identifier &1 mentioned in the error message. You may need to search for it using the rule name or ID.
  
  
  
  Check the Current Status:
  
  Review the current status of the rule. If it is not 'RELEASED', you will need to change it.
  
  
  
  Change the Status:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, change the status of the rule to 'RELEASED'. This may involve saving the rule after making any necessary adjustments or confirming that it meets all requirements for release.
  
  
  
  Test the Rule:
  
  After changing the status, test the rule to ensure that it works as expected and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made for future reference and to maintain a clear audit trail.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of rules in your SAP environment.
  Development Lifecycle: Familiarize yourself with the development lifecycle of rules in your specific SAP module, as this can vary between different SAP applications.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for additional context or related errors that may provide further insight into the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.