How To Fix RLMFW035 - Release order &1 does not have status initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLMFW - Release Management

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Release order &1 does not have status initial

What causes this issue?

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

The release order does not have status <LS>Initial</>. The workflow can
only be started in status <LS>Initial</>.

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can restart the workflow if a workflow was started and is no longer
active.
Choose <LS>Extras -> Restart Workflow</>.

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 RLMFW035 - Release order &1 does not have status initial ?

  The SAP error message RLMFW035 indicates that a release order (or a related document) does not have the status "initial." This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Release Management or Workflow Management, where certain actions can only be performed on documents that are in a specific status.
  Cause:
  
  Status Issue: The release order you are trying to process has already been changed or processed, meaning it is no longer in the "initial" status. This could happen if the order has been released, modified, or if it has gone through some other workflow steps.
  Incorrect Document: You may be trying to perform an action on the wrong document or release order.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate the statuses of release orders and the actions that can be performed based on those statuses.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the release order in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and checking the status field. If it is not "initial," you will need to determine what the current status is and what actions are permissible at that status.
  Review Workflow Steps: If the order has gone through a workflow, review the steps that have been completed. You may need to revert to a previous step or take corrective action based on the current status.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding release orders and their statuses to understand the implications of the current status.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional expert who can provide insights based on the specific configuration of your SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME29N (Change Purchase Order) or ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number) to check the status of release orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on release orders, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.