How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO811 - Changes to order &1 / &2 are forwarded to release process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO -

• Message number: 811

• Message text: Changes to order &1 / &2 are forwarded to release process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO811 - Changes to order &1 / &2 are forwarded to release process ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO811 indicates that changes made to a purchase order (PO) are being forwarded to the release process. This typically occurs in scenarios where a purchase order is subject to a release strategy, meaning that any changes to the order must be approved before they can take effect.
  Cause:
  
  Release Strategy: The purchase order is under a release strategy that requires approval for any changes. This is common in organizations that have strict procurement processes.
  Change in Key Fields: Changes to key fields in the purchase order (like vendor, material, quantity, or price) trigger the release process.
  User Authorization: The user making the changes may not have the necessary authorization to approve the changes directly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Release Strategy: Review the release strategy assigned to the purchase order. You can do this by navigating to the purchase order in SAP and checking the release status.
  Release the Purchase Order: If you have the necessary authorization, you can release the purchase order after the changes have been made. This can be done through transaction codes like ME29N (Release Purchase Order).
  Notify Approvers: If you do not have the authority to release the order, notify the appropriate personnel who can approve the changes.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs to understand what changes were made and why they triggered the release process. This can help in understanding if the changes were necessary or if they can be avoided in the future.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the release process and understand which changes require approval.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME22N (Change Purchase Order), ME29N (Release Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  Release Strategy Configuration: If you are an SAP administrator, you may want to review the configuration of the release strategy in the system (transaction code SPRO).
  Authorization Checks: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to make changes to purchase orders and to release them.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's procurement policies for detailed guidelines on handling purchase orders and the release process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and manage the changes to the purchase order effectively.