Release Strategy_PO

Release Strategy
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PR
PO
Header
with Classification
Class
Characteristics
Release Group
Release Group
Release Code
Release Strategy
Process
Define Characteristics =CT04
Create Class = CL01
Class Type =032
Define Release Group & Assign to class
Define Release Code
Maintain Release Indicators
Released / Not Released
PO change control during release
Maintain Release Strategy
Maintain Classification values
Define Authorization
The release codes are basically controlled via a system of authorizations (authorization object M_EINK_FRG). The user with specific release code assigned can perform a respective release in a purchase order.
Limitation
One Class for whole Client
Only 8 Levels of approval
Changes in release strategy are complex and take longer time
Core user does not understand - Complex configuration
Combination of Master Data + Configuration
Transport request would be require for small changes also
Exception handling is not there
What should if workflow need to be repeated after rejection
Analysis is difficult
To handle custom requirements - BADI/ User exits need to be implemented
Decision table
Notes
Release code need to be assigned for approval authorization
Only one class can be used
Only 8 level of approvals can be defined
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Assignment PR
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Assignment PO
Complete and Continue