How To Fix ME847 - You may only choose release type '1' or '2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 847

• Message text: You may only choose release type '1' or '2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME847 - You may only choose release type '1' or '2' ?

  The SAP error message ME847 ("You may only choose release type '1' or '2'") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase requisitions or purchase orders, when there is an issue with the release strategy configuration.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to select a release type that is not allowed by the system configuration. In SAP, release strategies are used to control the approval process for purchasing documents. Each release strategy can have specific release types associated with it, and if a user tries to select a release type that is not defined for the current document or situation, this error will occur.
  Solution:
  To resolve the ME847 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Release Strategy Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Release Procedure for Purchase Orders > Define Release Procedure for Purchase Orders.
  Review the release strategies defined and ensure that the release types '1' and '2' are correctly configured for the relevant document types.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are working with is correctly linked to the appropriate release strategy.
  Check if the release types '1' and '2' are indeed the only ones allowed for the document type in question.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the release process for the specified document type and release strategy.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or MM consultant for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Release Strategy: A mechanism in SAP that defines how purchasing documents are approved. It can include multiple levels of approval based on the value or type of the document.
  Release Types: These are specific categories of release strategies that determine how a document can be released (e.g., manual release, automatic release).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME28 (Release Purchase Order) and ME29N (Release Purchase Order) for managing release processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.