How To Fix SCWN717 - Tasks cannot be released prior to activation. Choose Activate.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCWN - Messages Note installation and management

• Message number: 717

• Message text: Tasks cannot be released prior to activation. Choose Activate.

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.

System Response

How to fix this error?

When released, the task produces an error without any objects being
activated. Select the checkbox ?Activate? for the checkbox ?Release
Task? in question.

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 SCWN717 - Tasks cannot be released prior to activation. Choose Activate. ?

  The SAP error message SCWN717, which states "Tasks cannot be released prior to activation. Choose Activate," typically occurs in the context of transport management within the SAP system. This error indicates that there are tasks in a transport request that cannot be released because the transport request itself has not been activated.
  Cause:
  
  Transport Request Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the transport request containing the tasks has not been activated. In SAP, a transport request must be activated before its tasks can be released.
  Incomplete Configuration: Sometimes, the transport request may not have all the necessary configurations or changes completed, leading to the inability to activate it.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the user from activating the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SCWN717 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate the Transport Request:
  
  Go to the Transport Organizer (transaction code SE09 or SE10).
  Locate the transport request that contains the tasks you want to release.
  Select the transport request and choose the "Activate" option. This will activate the request and its tasks.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  If the activation fails, check for any errors or warnings that may prevent activation. Resolve any issues before attempting to activate again.
  
  
  
  Release the Tasks:
  
  Once the transport request is activated successfully, you can proceed to release the tasks within the request.
  Select the tasks and choose the "Release" option.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to activate and release transport requests. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how the TMS works in SAP can help in managing transport requests and resolving related issues.
  Transport Organizer: Familiarize yourself with the Transport Organizer (SE09/SE10) to effectively manage transport requests and tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to transport management and error SCWN717.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCWN717 error and successfully activate and release your transport tasks.