How To Fix WOD1045 - Purchase order &1 cannot be released as it has already been released

WOD1045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOD1 - Messages for Function Group WOD1

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Purchase order &1 cannot be released as it has already been released

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOD1045 - Purchase order &1 cannot be released as it has already been released ?

  The SAP error message WOD1045 indicates that a purchase order (PO) cannot be released because it has already been released. This error typically occurs in the context of the purchasing module when attempting to change the release status of a purchase order that is already in a released state.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Release Attempt: The most common cause of this error is that the user is trying to release a purchase order that has already been released. This can happen if the release strategy has already been applied to the PO.
  Incorrect Release Strategy: If the release strategy is not set up correctly, it may lead to confusion about the current status of the purchase order.
  User Authorization: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorization to release a purchase order, leading to confusion about its status.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Release Status: Verify the current release status of the purchase order. You can do this by navigating to