How To Fix ME192 - Not possible to determine any release codes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 192

• Message text: Not possible to determine any release codes

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please check the way the release (approval) procedure has been set up
in Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME192 - Not possible to determine any release codes ?

  The SAP error message ME192, which states "Not possible to determine any release codes," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase requisitions or purchase orders. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any release codes that are necessary for the release strategy of the document in question.
  Causes of ME192
  
  
  Missing Release Codes: The release codes that are required for the release strategy may not be defined in the system.
  
  
  Incorrect Release Strategy Configuration: The release strategy may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the inability to determine the appropriate release codes.
  
  
  Document Type Issues: The document type of the purchase requisition or order may not be linked to a valid release strategy.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user attempting to release the document may not have the necessary authorizations to access the release codes.
  
  
  Release Group Issues: The release group assigned to the document may not have any release codes associated with it.
  
  
  Solutions to ME192
  
  
  Check Release Strategy Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for release strategies in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for purchasing and ensure that the release strategy is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate document types.
  
  
  
  Define Release Codes:
  
  If release codes are missing, you can define them in the configuration settings. Ensure that they are assigned to the correct release strategy.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type:
  
  Check the document type of the purchase requisition or order to ensure it is correctly configured to use the intended release strategy.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to release the document. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Check Release Group:
  
  Verify that the release group assigned to the document has valid release codes associated with it.
  
  
  
  Test the Release Strategy:
  
  After making any changes, test the release strategy by attempting to release a document that should follow the updated strategy.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME28 (Release Purchase Order)
  ME29N (Release Purchase Order)
  SPRO (Configuration settings)
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional insights and troubleshooting steps related to release strategies and error messages.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engaging with the SAP Community can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.