How To Fix ME086 - Please select a different release point to the one in code &

ME086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Please select a different release point to the one in code &

What causes this issue?

The <GL:release_point>release point</> you selected has already been
assigned to another release code within the specified
<GL:release_strategy>release strategy</>.

How to fix this error?

Select a release point that has not yet been assigned to another
release code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME086 - Please select a different release point to the one in code & ?

  The SAP error message ME086 ("Please select a different release point to the one in code &") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, particularly when dealing with release strategies for purchase requisitions or purchase orders. This error indicates that the release point you are trying to select is not compatible with the current document or its release strategy.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Release Point: The release point you are trying to select is not valid for the current document. This could be due to the release strategy defined in the system, which may not allow the selected release point.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the release strategy settings, such as incorrect assignment of release points to the document type or purchasing organization.
  Document Status: The document may already be in a certain status that does not allow for changes to the release point.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary