How To Fix 06240 - Requisition has different doc. type & and item cat. >&<

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Requisition has different doc. type & and item cat. >&<

What causes this issue?

The document type of the purchase requisition you are referencing
differs from the document type of the purchasing document you wish to
create.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06240 - Requisition has different doc. type & and item cat. >&< ?

  The SAP error message "06240: Requisition has different doc. type & and item cat. &" typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the document type of a purchase requisition and the item category being used. This error is common in the procurement process when creating or processing purchase requisitions or purchase orders.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Mismatch: The document type of the purchase requisition does not match the expected document type for the specified item category.
  Item Category Configuration: The item category may be configured to only allow certain document types, and the requisition is using a different one.
  Custom Configuration: Custom settings in the SAP system may have been implemented that restrict the combination of document types and item categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type and Item Category:
  
  Review the document type of the purchase requisition and the item category being used.
  Ensure that the combination is valid according to your organization's configuration.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, you may need to adjust the settings for the item category to allow the document type being used.
  This can be done in the SPRO transaction under the following path:
  
  Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Requisition > Define Document Types and Define Item Categories.
  
  
  
  
  
  Create a New Requisition:
  
  If the current requisition cannot be modified, consider creating a new purchase requisition with the correct document type and item category.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or how to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP support team or functional consultant who can provide guidance based on your specific system setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) or ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition) to review and modify requisitions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on document types and item categories.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If there are custom developments in your SAP system, check if any user exits or BAdIs are affecting the behavior of document types and item categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.