How To Fix MEPO818 - Refusal to release cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Refusal to release cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO818 - Refusal to release cancelled ?

  The SAP error message MEPO818 ("Refusal to release cancelled") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, particularly when dealing with purchase orders or contracts that have been cancelled. This error indicates that there is an attempt to release or process a document that has already been marked as cancelled, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Cancelled Document: The primary cause of this error is that the document (e.g., a purchase order or contract) has been cancelled. Once a document is cancelled in SAP, it cannot be released or processed further.
  Incorrect Status: The document may have an incorrect status that does not allow for further actions.
  User Action: A user may be trying to perform an action (like releasing a purchase order) on a document that is not in a valid state for that action.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. If it is indeed cancelled, you will need to create a new document or take appropriate actions based on your business process.
  Recreate Document: If the document needs to be processed, you may need to create a new purchase order or contract instead of trying to release the cancelled one.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs or history of the document to understand why it was cancelled and ensure that all necessary approvals or processes are followed for any new documents.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you believe the document should not be cancelled or if there is a system error, consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to manage purchasing documents.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on document statuses and error messages.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to release the document has the necessary authorizations to perform actions on purchasing documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the MEPO818 error effectively.