How To Fix RLMFW078 - Cancellation of higher-level release &1 planned with same order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLMFW - Release Management

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Cancellation of higher-level release &1 planned with same order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RLMFW078 - Cancellation of higher-level release &1 planned with same order ?

  The SAP error message RLMFW078 indicates that there is a conflict in the release strategy for a particular order. Specifically, it suggests that a higher-level release (e.g., a release for a purchase order or a production order) is being canceled or modified, but there is another planned release for the same order that is causing a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  Conflicting Releases: The error typically arises when there are multiple release strategies defined for the same order, and one of them is being canceled while another is still active or planned.
  Release Strategy Configuration: The configuration of the release strategy in SAP may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts when trying to process releases.
  Order Status: The status of the order may not allow for the cancellation of the higher-level release due to dependencies or conditions that are not met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Release Strategy: Review the release strategy configuration for the order in question. Ensure that there are no conflicting release strategies that could be causing the issue.
  Review Order Status: Check the status of the order to ensure that it is in a state that allows for the cancellation of the higher-level release. If the order is already processed or has dependencies, you may need to resolve those first.
  Cancel Conflicting Releases: If there are multiple planned releases, you may need to cancel or adjust the conflicting release before proceeding with the cancellation of the higher-level release.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on release strategies and how to manage them effectively.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific configuration and usage.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME29N (for purchase orders) or CO02 (for production orders) to manage releases and check their statuses.
  Release Strategy Configuration: The configuration can be found in the SPRO transaction under the relevant module (e.g., Materials Management or Production Planning).
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check for any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the release strategy processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RLMFW078 error and implement a solution to resolve it.