How To Fix RELSTRAT_MSG002 - Release Group & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RELSTRAT_MSG - Release Strategy Messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Release Group & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RELSTRAT_MSG002 - Release Group & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RELSTRAT_MSG002 indicates that a specified release group does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of release strategy configuration, particularly when working with purchasing documents, such as purchase requisitions or purchase orders.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Release Group: The release group specified in the configuration or transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The release strategy may be incorrectly configured, pointing to a release group that has not been defined.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the release group name or code when entering it in the transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the release group was recently created or modified in a development environment, it may not have been transported to the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Release Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for release strategies in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Release Procedure for Purchase Orders > Define Release Groups.
  Verify that the release group you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that the release group code entered in the transaction is correct and matches the defined release groups in the system.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Release Group:
  
  If the release group does not exist, you may need to create it. Follow the steps in the configuration to define a new release group.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the release group was recently created in a development environment, ensure that the transport request has been successfully moved to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to release strategies and groups to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Access the configuration settings.
  ME28: Release Purchase Orders.
  ME29N: Change Purchase Order Release.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to release strategies and groups.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify release strategies.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RELSTRAT_MSG002 error and ensure that the release group is correctly configured and utilized in your SAP system.