How To Fix ME574 - Contr. release order only allowed for sch. agmts. w. time-dep. conditions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 574

• Message text: Contr. release order only allowed for sch. agmts. w. time-dep. conditions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME574 - Contr. release order only allowed for sch. agmts. w. time-dep. conditions ?

  The SAP error message ME574 indicates that a release order can only be created for scheduling agreements that have time-dependent conditions. This error typically arises when you attempt to create or release a purchase order or scheduling agreement that does not meet the necessary criteria for time-dependent conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Scheduling Agreement Configuration: The scheduling agreement you are trying to use does not have time-dependent conditions set up. Time-dependent conditions are necessary for the system to determine pricing and other conditions based on the validity period.
  Incorrect Document Type: You may be using a document type that is not compatible with the scheduling agreement.
  Missing Validity Dates: The conditions in the scheduling agreement may not have valid start and end dates defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Scheduling Agreement: 
  
  Go to the scheduling agreement in question and check the conditions. Ensure that the conditions are set up as time-dependent.
  You can do this by navigating to the scheduling agreement in transaction ME33L (Display Scheduling Agreement) and reviewing the conditions tab.
  
  
  
  Update Conditions:
  
  If the conditions are not time-dependent, you may need to update them. You can do this in transaction ME32L (Change Scheduling Agreement) by adding or modifying the conditions to include time-dependent pricing.
  
  
  
  Create New Scheduling Agreement:
  
  If the current scheduling agreement cannot be modified to meet the requirements, consider creating a new scheduling agreement with the correct time-dependent conditions.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct document type for the scheduling agreement. You can check this in the configuration settings or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to scheduling agreements and time-dependent conditions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME33L: Display Scheduling Agreement
  ME32L: Change Scheduling Agreement
  ME31L: Create Scheduling Agreement
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify scheduling agreements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME574 error and successfully create or release your scheduling agreement. If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further assistance.