How To Fix ME496 - New release strategy drawn after release due to changes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 496

• Message text: New release strategy drawn after release due to changes

What causes this issue?

The purchase requisition, which is subject to overall release, was
changed after the releases had been set. A new release strategy has
been determined on the basis of these changes. The releases that have
been set cannot be saved.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME496 - New release strategy drawn after release due to changes ?

  The SAP error message ME496 ("New release strategy drawn after release due to changes") typically occurs in the context of the release strategy for purchase requisitions or purchase orders. This message indicates that a change has been made to the document after it has already been released, which has triggered a new release strategy to be applied.
  Cause:
  
  Changes to Document: The most common cause of this error is that a change has been made to the purchase requisition or purchase order after it has been released. This could include changes to the item quantity, delivery date, or other key fields that affect the release strategy.
  Release Strategy Configuration: The release strategy may be configured in such a way that certain changes automatically trigger a new release process.
  User Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to approve the new release strategy.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Changes: Check the changes made to the purchase requisition or purchase order. If the changes are necessary, you will need to go through the release process again.
  Re-release the Document: After making the necessary changes, the document will need to be re-released according to the new release strategy. This may involve notifying the relevant approvers to review and approve the document again.
  Check Release Strategy Configuration: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the release strategy configuration in the system to ensure it aligns with business processes. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the users involved in the release process have the necessary authorizations to approve the new release strategy.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME28 (Release Purchase Order) or ME29N (Release Purchase Order) to manage the release process.
  Change Logs: Use transaction ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the change logs and understand what modifications triggered the new release strategy.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to release strategies.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on release strategies for purchase requisitions and purchase orders to understand the configuration and behavior of the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME496 error and ensure that your purchase requisitions or orders are processed correctly.