How To Fix 06056 - Purchase requisition &, item &, has a different material number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Purchase requisition &, item &, has a different material number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06056 - Purchase requisition &, item &, has a different material number ?

  The SAP error message 06056 indicates that there is a mismatch between the material number in the purchase requisition and the material number in the associated document (such as a purchase order or a material master). This error typically occurs when you are trying to process a purchase requisition that references a material that does not match the expected material number.
  Cause:
  
  Material Number Mismatch: The material number in the purchase requisition does not match the material number in the material master or the purchase order.
  Changes in Material Master: The material number may have been changed or updated in the material master after the purchase requisition was created.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a typographical error when entering the material number in the purchase requisition.
  Different Plant or Storage Location: The requisition may be referencing a material that is not available in the specified plant or storage location.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Material Number: Check the material number in the purchase requisition and ensure it matches the material number in the material master.
  Update Purchase Requisition: If the material number has changed, update the purchase requisition with the correct material number.
  Check for Changes: Review any recent changes made to the material master that could have affected the material number.
  Correct Data Entry: If there was a data entry error, correct the material number in the purchase requisition.
  Consult with Procurement: If you are unsure about the correct material number, consult with the procurement or materials management team for clarification.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to view the details of the purchase requisition and verify the material number.
  Material Master: Use transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to check the details of the material master and confirm the correct material number.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs or messages in SAP for additional context or related issues that may help in troubleshooting.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to purchase requisitions and material masters.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 06056 and ensure that your purchase requisition is correctly processed.