How To Fix ME_RELCHK021 - Release code &1 of release group &3 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME_RELCHK - Check Customizing for Release Strategy

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Release code &1 of release group &3 deleted

What causes this issue?

You have deleted <DS:GLOS.3526BFF1AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>release code
</> &V1& of release group &V3& although it is still being used in
<DS:GLOS.3526BFF3AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>release strategy</> &V2&.

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?

You have the following options:
If you wish to continue using release strategy &V2&, re-create release
code &V1& for release group &V3&.
If you <zh>no longer wish to use</> release strategy &V2& of release
group &V3&, delete this strategy.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME_RELCHK021 - Release code &1 of release group &3 deleted ?

  The SAP error message ME_RELCHK021 indicates that a release code associated with a release group has been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, where release strategies are used to control the approval process.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Release Code: The specific release code that is referenced in the error message has been deleted from the system. This can happen if someone with the necessary authorizations removed the release code from the configuration.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the release strategy configuration or release group settings may lead to inconsistencies if the release codes are not properly maintained.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues if the release codes are not aligned with the release strategies defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Release Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Release Procedure for Purchase Orders > Define Release Codes.
  Verify if the release code mentioned in the error message exists. If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  
  Review Release Strategy:
  
  Check the release strategy associated with the release group in question.
  Ensure that the release codes linked to the strategy are valid and active.
  
  
  
  Reassign Release Codes:
  
  If the release code is necessary for the release strategy, you may need to reassign or recreate it and ensure it is linked correctly to the release group.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are not authorized to make changes, consult with your SAP configuration team or the person responsible for maintaining the release strategies to address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the purchasing document to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME28: Release Purchase Orders
  ME29N: Release Purchase Order
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to release procedures and release strategies for a better understanding of how they work and how to configure them properly.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary authorizations to manage release codes and strategies to prevent accidental deletions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME_RELCHK021 error and restore the necessary release functionality in your SAP system.