How To Fix APPL_MM_COMP_WFL007 - The creator of the purchase order &1 could not be determined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_COMP_WFL - Message class for workflow notifications

• Message number: 007

• Message text: The creator of the purchase order &1 could not be determined.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_COMP_WFL007 - The creator of the purchase order &1 could not be determined. ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_COMP_WFL007 indicates that the system is unable to determine the creator of a purchase order (PO) with the specified number. This can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Missing User Information: The user who created the purchase order may have been deleted or is no longer active in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to access the purchase order may not have the necessary authorizations to view the creator's information.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as missing entries in the user master data.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue or bug in the SAP system that is preventing the retrieval of the creator's information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check User Status: Verify if the user who created the purchase order is still active in the system. You can do this by checking the user master data (transaction code SU01).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user trying to access the purchase order has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the purchase order data to ensure that all related entries are intact. This may involve checking the database tables related to purchase orders and user data.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team. They can check for any underlying technical issues or bugs that may be causing the problem.
  Recreate the PO: If the purchase order is not critical and cannot be resolved, consider recreating the purchase order if possible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  ME23N (Display Purchase Order)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches/updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to purchase order processing and user management for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.