How To Fix MEPO812 - Release strategy will be changed despite processing status &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 812

• Message text: Release strategy will be changed despite processing status &

What causes this issue?

You have made such major changes to an item or a document that had
already been released and converted into a follow-on document that the
system has determined a new release strategy.

How can this happen?

Various release strategies are employed in your enterprise, depending
on the value of the relevant purchase requisition (e.g. the strategies
<ZK>up to $5000</> and <ZK>from $5001 upwards</>).
You created a requisition with a total value of $4879. This has already
been released under the strategy <ZK>up to $5000</> and converted into
a PO.
One week later, you discover that your material requirements have
increased, so that the requisition has to be changed accordingly. As a
result of the change, the total value of the requisition now increases
to $5699.
The system determines the release strategy <ZK>from $5001 upwards</>,
despite the fact that the requisition has already been converted into a
PO.

System Response

Already effected releases will be cancelled by the system.

How to fix this error?

Re-release the item or document.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO812 - Release strategy will be changed despite processing status & ?

  The SAP error message MEPO812 indicates that there is an issue with the release strategy of a purchase order (PO) or a purchase requisition (PR) in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the release strategy is being changed despite the processing status of the document, which can lead to inconsistencies or errors in the procurement process.
  Cause:
  
  Release Strategy Configuration: The release strategy may be configured incorrectly, leading to conflicts when trying to change the status of the document.
  Document Status: The document may already be in a certain processing status (e.g., released, blocked) that does not allow for changes to the release strategy.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the release strategy for the document.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom enhancements or user exits that are affecting the release strategy logic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the current processing status of the purchase order or requisition. If it is already released or in a blocked state, you may need to revert it to a status that allows for changes.
  Review Release Strategy Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the release strategy in SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) and ensure that the strategy is set up correctly. Check the conditions under which the release strategy can be changed.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to change the release strategy has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify any custom logic or enhancements that may be interfering with the release strategy.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to MEPO812 for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME28 (Release Purchase Orders) or ME29N (Release Purchase Order) to manage the release strategies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MEPO812 error and implement a solution to resolve it.