How To Fix ME373 - Not possible to determine a release prerequisite

ME373 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Not possible to determine a release prerequisite

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 Customizing for release prerequisites for the release
code you entered.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME373 - Not possible to determine a release prerequisite ?

  The SAP error message ME373, which states "Not possible to determine a release prerequisite," 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 the necessary prerequisites for releasing a document, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes of ME373 Error
  
  
  Missing Release Strategy: The release strategy for the document may not be defined correctly. This can happen if the release strategy is not assigned to the document type or if the conditions for the release strategy are not met.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the release procedure may be incorrect or incomplete. This includes settings in the customizing (SPRO) for release strategies, release groups, and release codes.
  
  
  Document Status: The document may already be in a status that does not allow for further release, or it may not have been saved properly.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting