How To Fix /PM0/APIF_MESSAGES032 - Release of external change options is not supported

/PM0/APIF_MESSAGES032 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/APIF_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Release of external change options is not supported

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/APIF_MESSAGES032 - Release of external change options is not supported ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/APIF_MESSAGES032: Release of external change options is not supported typically occurs in the context of SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) or related modules when there is an attempt to release a change option that is not allowed or supported by the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with maintenance orders, notifications, or change management processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Change Options: The error indicates that the system does not support the release of the specific external change options you are trying to process. This could be due to configuration settings or the nature of the change options themselves.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the change management process may not allow for the release of certain types of changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the external change options.
  System Limitations: The version of SAP or the specific module being