How To Fix ME233 - Release prerequisite not fulfilled for this requisition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Release prerequisite not fulfilled for this requisition

What causes this issue?

The <GL:purchase_requisition>purchase requisition</> must be released
before you can process it.

How to fix this error?

To find out who still has to release the requisition, please display it
and choose the function "Release info".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME233 - Release prerequisite not fulfilled for this requisition ?

  The SAP error message ME233 ("Release prerequisite not fulfilled for this requisition") typically occurs in the context of purchasing and procurement processes when trying to release a purchase requisition. This error indicates that certain conditions or prerequisites for releasing the requisition have not been met.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Approval: The requisition may require approval from a higher authority before it can be released.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields in the requisition may be incomplete or missing, such as vendor information, material details, or account assignment.
  Blocked Status: The requisition might be blocked due to various reasons, such as budget constraints or other internal controls.
  Release Strategy Not Met: The requisition may not meet the criteria defined in the release strategy configuration, such as value limits or specific item conditions.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type of the requisition may have specific restrictions that prevent it from being released.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Approval Status: Verify if the requisition requires approval and ensure that it has been approved by the necessary personnel.
  Complete Required Fields: Review the requisition for any missing or incomplete information and fill in the required fields.
  Review Blocked Status: Check if the requisition is blocked and resolve any issues that may be causing the block.
  Analyze Release Strategy: Review the release strategy configuration in the system to ensure that the requisition meets all the necessary criteria for release.
  Consult with Configuration Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to the purchase requisition and release strategies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to view the requisition details and identify issues.
  Release Strategy Configuration: The configuration for release strategies can be found in the SPRO transaction under Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Requisition > Release Procedure.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to release the requisition has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME233 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.