How To Fix 61133 - Purchase requisition & & is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Purchase requisition & & is blocked

What causes this issue?

The purchase requisition is presently blocked by another user and
cannot be processed at the moment.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Try again later.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61133 - Purchase requisition & & is blocked ?

  The SAP error message 61133, which states "Purchase requisition & & is blocked," typically indicates that a purchase requisition (PR) has been blocked for some reason, preventing further processing. This can occur due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Approval Workflow: The purchase requisition may be pending approval in a workflow, which can block it from being processed.
  Blocking Reasons: Specific blocking reasons may have been set in the system, such as budget constraints or compliance issues.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the purchase requisition.
  Material or Vendor Issues: The associated material or vendor may have issues that prevent the requisition from being processed (e.g., vendor blocked for purchasing).
  Account Assignment Issues: There may be issues with the account assignment or cost center associated with the requisition.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Approval Status: Verify if the purchase requisition is awaiting approval. If so, follow up with the relevant approvers to expedite the process.
  Review Blocking Reasons: Check the details of the purchase requisition to identify any specific blocking reasons. This can usually be done in the PR display transaction (ME53N).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to process the purchase requisition. If not, contact your SAP security team to resolve authorization issues.
  Vendor and Material Check: Verify the status of the vendor and material associated with the purchase requisition. Ensure that they are not blocked or inactive.
  Account Assignment Review: Check the account assignment details for any discrepancies or issues that may be causing the block.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to view the details of the requisition and identify the cause of the block.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to purchase requisition blocking.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for detailed information on purchase requisition processing and common issues.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or technical team for further investigation and resolution.