How To Fix /ACCGO/CAS_PTC196 - PO plant &1 did not match plant of discharge location &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CAS_PTC -

• Message number: 196

• Message text: PO plant &1 did not match plant of discharge location &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_PTC196 - PO plant &1 did not match plant of discharge location &2 ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CAS_PTC196 PO plant &1 did not match plant of discharge location &2 typically occurs in the context of logistics and procurement processes, particularly when dealing with purchase orders (PO) and their associated delivery or discharge locations.
  Cause:
  This error indicates a mismatch between the plant specified in the purchase order and the plant associated with the discharge location. Specifically:
  
  Plant in Purchase Order: This is the plant where the goods are intended to be received.
  Discharge Location: This is the location where the goods are to be delivered.
  
  The error arises when the plant defined in the purchase order does not correspond to the plant linked to the discharge location in the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Purchase Order Details:
  
  Check the purchase order to ensure that the plant specified is correct and intended for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Discharge Location:
  
  Review the discharge location associated with the purchase order. Ensure that it is correctly set up in the system and that it is linked to the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Update the Purchase Order:
  
  If the plant in the purchase order is incorrect, you may need to update it to match the plant of the discharge location.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data for both the plant and the discharge location is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the plant's configuration and the settings for the discharge location.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide deeper insights into the configuration and data setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to view or modify the purchase order details.
  Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) related to purchasing and logistics execution to ensure that plants and storage locations are correctly defined.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling purchase orders and discharge locations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the mismatch causing the error message.