How To Fix ME889 - Enter at least 5 as "number of remaining releases"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 889

• Message text: Enter at least 5 as "number of remaining releases"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME889 - Enter at least 5 as "number of remaining releases" ?

  The SAP error message ME889, which states "Enter at least 5 as 'number of remaining releases'," typically occurs in the context of release strategy configuration in the SAP Materials Management (MM) module. This error is related to the release procedure for purchase requisitions or purchase orders, where a certain number of approvals or releases are required before the document can be processed.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system expects a minimum value of 5 for the "number of remaining releases" field, but the value entered is less than this threshold. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Settings: The release strategy may be configured to require a minimum of 5 releases for certain purchase requisitions or orders.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Users may inadvertently enter a value that does not meet the minimum requirement.
  Business Rules: The organization may have specific business rules that necessitate a higher number of approvals for certain types of purchases.
  
  
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