How To Fix RLMFW007 - Release order &1 cannot be changed in the current status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLMFW - Release Management

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Release order &1 cannot be changed in the current status

What causes this issue?

You want to change a release order. However, the system does not allow
you to make changes with the current order status.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Note that the composition of the release order can only be changed in
the order status is <LS>Initial</> or <LS>In Revision</>. You may need
to send the release order per workflow back to the user who created it
in order to make the desired changed.
Release orders with status <LS>Completed</> can no longer be changed.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RLMFW007 - Release order &1 cannot be changed in the current status ?

  The SAP error message RLMFW007 indicates that a release order (or purchase order) cannot be changed due to its current status. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Release Management functionality, where certain statuses prevent modifications to the order.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Status Restrictions: The release order is in a status that does not allow changes. For example, it may be in a status like "Completed," "Closed," or "Cancelled."
  Approval Process: The order may be pending approval or has already been approved, which restricts further modifications.
  Document Flow: There may be subsequent documents (like invoices or goods receipts) that have been created against the release order, locking it for changes.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the order in its current status.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RLMFW007 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Review the current status of the release order. If it is in a status that prohibits changes, you may need to take appropriate actions based on your business process (e.g., reversing a completed order).
  
  
  Release Order History: Look at the document flow and history of the release order to see if there are any subsequent documents that are affecting its status.
  
  
  Approval Process: If the order is pending approval, you may need to either wait for the approval or contact the approver to expedite the process.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify the release order. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to review and adjust your authorizations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's internal documentation or SAP help resources for specific procedures related to release orders and their statuses.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to view and manage release orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message RLMFW007.
  Training: Consider training sessions or materials on SAP Release Management to better understand the workflow and status management of release orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.