How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO816 - Item processing is forwarded to release process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO -

• Message number: 816

• Message text: Item processing is forwarded to release process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO816 - Item processing is forwarded to release process ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO816 indicates that the item processing for a purchase order (PO) is being forwarded to the release process. This typically means that the purchase order item is subject to a release strategy, which is a mechanism in SAP that controls the approval process for purchasing documents.
  Cause:
  
  Release Strategy Configuration: The purchase order item is configured to require approval based on certain criteria (e.g., value, vendor, material type).
  Release Codes: The item may not have been released yet, meaning it is still pending approval from the designated approvers.
  User Authorization: The user attempting to process the PO may not have the necessary authorization to release the item.
  Incomplete Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the purchase order that prevents it from being processed further.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Release Strategy: Review the release strategy assigned to the purchase order item. 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 item using transaction codes like ME28 (Release Purchase Order) or ME29N (Release Purchase Order).
  Contact Approvers: If you do not have the necessary authorization, contact the relevant approvers or your purchasing department to ensure that the item is released.
  Review Configuration: If you are a system administrator, check the configuration of the release strategy in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO) to ensure it is set up correctly.
  Check for Errors: Ensure that all required fields in the purchase order are filled out correctly and that there are no errors that could prevent processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Release Strategy Configuration: This can be found in the SAP customizing settings under Materials Management (MM) > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Release Procedure for Purchase Orders.
  Authorization Issues: If you suspect an authorization issue, you may need to check with your SAP security team to ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to release purchase orders.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on release strategies and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.