How To Fix 06283 - Different source maintained for requisition &, item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 283

• Message text: Different source maintained for requisition &, item &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06283 - Different source maintained for requisition &, item & ?

  The SAP error message 06283, which states "Different source maintained for requisition &, item &," typically occurs in the context of purchase requisitions and sourcing in SAP. This error indicates that there are multiple sources of supply defined for the same requisition item, and the system is unable to determine which source to use.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Sources Defined: The primary cause of this error is that there are multiple sources of supply (vendors) defined for the same material in the system, and the system cannot automatically determine which one to use for the requisition.
  Source List Configuration: The source list for the material may have been set up incorrectly, or there may be conflicting entries.
  Purchasing Info Records: There may be multiple purchasing info records for the same material and vendor combination, leading to ambiguity.
  Manual Changes: If manual changes were made to the requisition or the source list, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Source List: Review the source list for the material in question. Ensure that it is correctly maintained and that there is a clear primary source of supply.
  
  Transaction Code: ME01 (to create) or ME03 (to display).
  
  
  
  Review Purchasing Info Records: Check the purchasing info records for the material and vendor combinations to ensure there are no conflicting entries.
  
  Transaction Code: ME11 (to create) or ME13 (to display).
  
  
  
  Adjust Requisition: If the requisition is manually created, ensure that it is referencing the correct source. You may need to adjust the requisition to specify the desired source.
  
  
  Use Source Determination: If applicable, use the source determination functionality in SAP to automatically select the appropriate source based on predefined criteria.
  
  Ensure that the source determination settings are correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with Procurement Team: If you are unsure about the correct source or if there are business rules that dictate which source should be used, consult with your procurement or purchasing team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition), and ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to purchasing and sourcing to understand how source lists and purchasing info records work.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your purchase requisition is processed correctly.