How To Fix ME232 - This purchase requisition already released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 232

• Message text: This purchase requisition already released

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME232 - This purchase requisition already released ?

  The SAP error message ME232, which states "This purchase requisition already released," typically occurs when you attempt to release a purchase requisition that has already been processed or released in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a user tries to release a requisition that has already been converted into a purchase order or when the requisition has been released by another user.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Release Attempt: The requisition has already been released, and you are trying to release it again.
  Conversion to Purchase Order: The purchase requisition has already been converted into a purchase order, making it no longer eligible for release.
  Status Change: The status of the purchase requisition may have changed due to other processes or workflows, indicating it has already been processed.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to release the requisition, leading to confusion about its status.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Requisition Status: Verify the status of the purchase requisition in the system. You can do this by using transaction code ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to see if it has already been released or converted.
  Review Change Logs: Look at the change logs for the requisition to see if it has been released by another user or if there are any other relevant changes.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are part of a team, check with colleagues to see if someone else has already released the requisition.
  Use Transaction ME5A: You can use transaction ME5A (Purchase Requisitions: List Display) to get an overview of all purchase requisitions and their statuses.
  Contact SAP Support: If you believe this message is incorrect or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for more detailed troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition), ME54N (Release Purchase Requisition), and ME5A (List Display of Purchase Requisitions).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform actions on purchase requisitions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message, as there may be patches or updates that address specific scenarios.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME232 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.