How To Fix RLMFW008 - Release order &1 was changed, the work item is completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLMFW - Release Management

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Release order &1 was changed, the work item is completed

What causes this issue?

The current status of the release order does not match the existing work
item.

System Response

The system does not allow the work item to be processed as the current
status of the release order does not match the work item. This situation
may occur in rare cases.

How to fix this error?

The system generates suitable, new work items automatically. You do not
need to make any manual changes.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RLMFW008 - Release order &1 was changed, the work item is completed ?

  The SAP error message RLMFW008 indicates that a release order (or a purchase order) has been changed after a work item was completed in the release strategy process. This typically occurs in the context of the release procedure for purchasing documents, where multiple levels of approval are required before a purchase order can be finalized.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A release order has been modified after it has already been released or approved.
  The system detects that the release strategy has been altered, which may invalidate the previous approvals.
  The changes could include modifications to the order value, vendor, or any other critical fields that affect the release strategy.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Release Order: Review the release order to identify what changes were made after the work item was completed. This can be done by checking the change logs or the document history.
  
  
  Re-evaluate the Release Strategy: If the changes are valid and necessary, you may need to re-trigger the release strategy. This can involve:
  
  Releasing the order again through the appropriate transaction (e.g., ME29N for purchase orders).
  Ensuring that all necessary approvals are obtained again.
  
  
  
  Communicate with Stakeholders: If the changes were made by another user, communicate with them to understand the reason for the changes and ensure that they are aware of the implications on the release strategy.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration of the release strategy in the SAP system to ensure it aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on handling release strategies and related error messages.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME28 (Release Purchase Orders) and ME29N (Release Purchase Orders) for managing release orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to release orders and to re-trigger the release process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RLMFW008 error and ensure that your release order process runs smoothly.