How To Fix 06136 - No info record exists for item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: No info record exists for item &

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to display the <GL:purchasing_info_record>info
record</> of an item for which no info record exists.

How to fix this error?

Select an item for which an info record already exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06136 - No info record exists for item & ?

  The SAP error message "06136 No info record exists for item &" typically occurs when you are trying to create a purchase order or a related document, and the system cannot find an information record for the specified item. This error indicates that there is no existing info record in the system that matches the criteria for the item you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Info Record: The most common cause is that there is no info record created for the material and vendor combination you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Material or Vendor: The material number or vendor number entered may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Info Record Deletion: The info record may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect purchasing organization or plant settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Info Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code ME11 (Create Info Record).
  Enter the necessary details such as the material number, vendor number, purchasing organization, and plant.
  Save the info record.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Info Records:
  
  Use transaction code ME12 (Change Info Record) or ME13 (Display Info Record) to check if an info record exists for the material and vendor combination.
  If it exists, ensure that it is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Material and Vendor:
  
  Double-check the material number and vendor number you are using in the purchase order.
  Ensure that they are correctly entered and exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Purchasing Organization and Plant:
  
  Ensure that the purchasing organization and plant are correctly set up in the info record.
  If necessary, create a new info record for the correct purchasing organization and plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME11: Create Info Record
  ME12: Change Info Record
  ME13: Display Info Record
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  
  
  Info Record Types: Understand the different types of info records (standard, consignment, subcontracting) and their implications on purchasing.
  Master Data Maintenance: Regularly maintain and audit your master data to prevent such issues from occurring in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully create your purchase order.