How To Fix MPD047 - Document status is not set to 'Released'

MPD047 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPD - Message Class for A&D MPD

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Document status is not set to 'Released'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD047 - Document status is not set to 'Released' ?

  The SAP error message MPD047, which states "Document status is not set to 'Released'," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or Production Planning (PP) when trying to process a document (like a production order, purchase requisition, or similar) that has not been released for further processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to process is in a status that does not allow further actions. For example, it might be in a "Created" or "Blocked" status instead of "Released."
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to release the document.
  Incomplete Data: The document may be missing required data or may not meet certain criteria for release.
  Workflow Issues: If the document is part of a workflow, it may not have been approved or released through the necessary workflow steps.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in question. You can do this by navigating to