How To Fix /ACCGO/OE_CALLOF_API018 - Supplying plant is missing in PO header data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/OE_CALLOF_API -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Supplying plant is missing in PO header data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/OE_CALLOF_API018 - Supplying plant is missing in PO header data ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/OE_CALLOF_API018 indicating that "Supplying plant is missing in PO header data" typically occurs in the context of creating or processing a Purchase Order (PO) in SAP, particularly when using the Advanced Compliance Reporting (ACCR) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  This error generally arises due to the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Plant Information: The Purchase Order header does not contain the necessary plant information. The plant is a critical piece of data that indicates where the goods are to be supplied from.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or vendor master data that prevent the plant from being recognized.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation of the Purchase Order, the user may have inadvertently skipped entering the plant information.
  
  
  Integration Issues: If the PO is being created through an interface or integration with another system, the plant data may not be correctly passed to SAP.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check PO Header Data:
  
  Open the Purchase Order in the SAP GUI.
  Navigate to the header data and ensure that the "Plant" field is filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Material and Vendor Master Data:
  
  Check the material master record to ensure that the plant is assigned to the material.
  Verify the vendor master data to ensure that the vendor is associated with the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the plant is properly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in the material management module and ensuring that the plant is active and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  If the PO was created manually, ensure that all required fields, including the plant, are filled out correctly before saving.
  
  
  
  Integration Checks:
  
  If the PO is created through an external system, check the integration settings to ensure that the plant data is being sent correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to check and modify the PO.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify Purchase Orders with plant data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Materials Management (MM) module for further assistance.