How To Fix 06538 - Special procurement type & does not allow a supplier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 538

• Message text: Special procurement type & does not allow a supplier

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06538 - Special procurement type & does not allow a supplier ?

  The SAP error message "06538 Special procurement type & does not allow a supplier" typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a material master record or a purchasing document (like a purchase order) that involves a special procurement type that does not permit the assignment of a supplier.
  
  Cause:
  This error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Special Procurement Type Configuration: The special procurement type assigned to the material does not allow for a supplier to be linked. This can happen if the procurement type is set to a specific configuration that restricts supplier assignment (e.g., consignment, subcontracting, etc.).
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may have been set up incorrectly, or the procurement type may not be compatible with the supplier you are trying to use.
  
  
  Purchasing Info Record: There may be an issue with the purchasing info record for the material and supplier combination, which could