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

ME_RELCHK021 - Overview

• 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