How To Fix ME105 - Release not yet effected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Release not yet effected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME105 - Release not yet effected ?

  The SAP error message ME105 "Release not yet effected" typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase requisitions or purchase orders. This error indicates that the release strategy for the document has not been executed or completed, meaning that the document is not yet approved for further processing.
  Cause:
  
  Release Strategy Not Triggered: The document may not have met the criteria for the release strategy to be triggered.
  Pending Approvals: The document is still pending approval from the designated approvers in the release strategy.
  Incorrect Release Codes: The release codes assigned to the document may not be correct or may not have been applied.
  User Authorization: The user attempting to process the document may not have the necessary authorizations to release it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the release strategy in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Release Status: Verify the release status of the document using transaction codes like ME53N (for purchase requisitions) or ME23N (for purchase orders). Look for the release strategy and see if it has been released.
  Release the Document: If you have the necessary authorization, you can manually release the document using transaction codes like ME28 (for purchase orders) or ME54N (for purchase requisitions).
  Review Release Strategy Configuration: If the release strategy is not triggering as expected, review the configuration in the SPRO transaction under the purchasing section to ensure that the release strategy is set up correctly.
  Contact Approvers: If the document is pending approval, contact the relevant approvers to ensure they are aware of the document and can take action.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to release the document. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME53N, ME54N, ME28, ME23N, and ME29N.
  Release Strategy Documentation: Review SAP documentation on release strategies to understand how they are configured and managed.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to ME105 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Training: Consider training sessions on SAP purchasing processes and release strategies for users involved in procurement.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME105 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.