How To Fix MSR_SD252 - Approval workflow for the return is not triggered.

MSR_SD252 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSR_SD - Multistep returns

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Approval workflow for the return is not triggered.

What causes this issue?

You have already set an approval block manually for one or more items.
This will interrupt the automatic approval workflow that has been set up
for the return.

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?

We suggest removing the block from all relevant items (by setting the
approval block to <ZH>blank</>)<(>,<)> so that the approval workflow can
be initiated properly.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSR_SD252 - Approval workflow for the return is not triggered. ?

  The SAP error message MSR_SD252, which states "Approval workflow for the return is not triggered," typically occurs in the context of managing returns in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with sales and distribution (SD) processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to initiate the approval workflow for a return order, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Workflow 
  Configuration Issues: The approval workflow may not be properly configured in the SAP system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the workflow definition or the workflow itself not being activated.
  
  
  Return Order Type: The specific return order type being used may not be linked to a workflow. Each return order type can have its own workflow settings, and if the type does not have an associated workflow, the approval process will not trigger.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to process the return may not have the necessary authorizations to trigger