How To Fix ME088 - Please first define code (with 'X') for release point &


ME088 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

  • Message number: 088

  • Message text: Please first define code (with 'X') for release point &

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have defined a <GL:release_point>release point</> that is not yet
    included in the specified <GL:release_strategy>strategy</> as a
    prerequisite.

    How to fix this error?

    Allocate this release point to a release code. For this purpose, mark
    the release point (with 'X') in the corresponding release code. You can
    create a new release code or change an existing one.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME088 - Please first define code (with 'X') for release point & ?
    The SAP error message ME088 typically indicates that there is an issue with the release strategy for a purchase requisition or purchase order. Specifically, the message suggests that a release code (with 'X') for the release point has not been defined, which is necessary for the approval process of the document.
    
    Cause: Missing Release Code: The release strategy for the purchase requisition or order requires a specific release code to be defined, but it is currently missing.
    Configuration Issues: The release strategy may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the inability to process the document. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to release the document, which can also trigger this error.
    Solution: Define Release Code: Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG). Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Requisition > Release Procedure > Define Release Codes. Here, you can define the necessary release codes for the release points.

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