How To Fix RELSTRAT_MSG012 - Please enter a valid Release Class

RELSTRAT_MSG012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RELSTRAT_MSG - Release Strategy Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Please enter a valid Release Class

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RELSTRAT_MSG012 - Details

• The SAP error message RELSTRAT_MSG012 ("Please enter a valid Release Class") typically occurs in the context of release strategy configuration in SAP, particularly when working with purchasing documents like purchase requisitions or purchase orders. This error indicates that the system is expecting a valid release class to be entered, but the input provided does not meet the required criteria.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Release Class: The release class entered does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: The release strategy may not be properly set up in the customizing settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified release class.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the release class field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Release Class:
  
  Verify that the release class you are trying to enter is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in