06699 - Requisition & & will only be closed through issue of PO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 699

• Message text: Requisition & & will only be closed through issue of PO

What causes this issue?

You are generating an outline purchase agreement with reference to a
requisition (possibly also indirectly, via reference to an RFQ). The
requisition will not be closed as a result of this. A requisition is
not closed until a <ZH>purchase order</> referencing it is created.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06699 - Requisition & & will only be closed through issue of PO ?

  The SAP error message 06699 indicates that a requisition cannot be closed because it is linked to a purchase order (PO) that has not yet been issued. This message typically arises in the context of procurement processes within SAP, particularly when dealing with purchase requisitions and their associated purchase orders.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A purchase requisition (PR) is created but has not been converted into a purchase order (PO).
  The system is trying to close or delete the requisition, but it is still linked to an open or pending PO.
  There may be a requirement to close the requisition, but the system prevents this action to maintain data integrity and ensure that all procurement processes are properly followed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Purchase Order:
  
  Verify if there is an associated purchase order for the requisition. You can do this by checking the document flow in the SAP system.
  If the PO exists, ensure that it is in the correct status (e.g., not yet issued, or still open).
  
  
  
  Issue the Purchase Order:
  
  If the PO is pending, you may need to issue it. This can be done by completing the necessary steps to finalize the PO in the system.
  
  
  
  Close the Purchase Order:
  
  If the requisition is no longer needed, and the PO has been issued, you may need to close the PO first before attempting to close the requisition.
  
  
  
  Delete or Change the Requisition:
  
  If the requisition is no longer required, and you have confirmed that it is not linked to any active PO, you can attempt to delete or change the requisition.
  
  
  
  Consult with Procurement Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the requisition or PO, consult with your procurement or purchasing team to ensure that all necessary actions are taken in accordance with your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME51N: Create Purchase Requisition
  ME52N: Change Purchase Requisition
  ME53N: Display Purchase Requisition
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to purchase requisitions and purchase orders for more detailed information on managing these documents.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 06699 and manage your purchase requisitions and orders effectively.