How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC018 - Enter certificate country of origin

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC - Manage Info Records Messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Enter certificate country of origin

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC018 - Enter certificate country of origin ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_INFOREC018 indicates that the system requires the entry of a "certificate country of origin" for a material or product in the purchasing module. This error typically arises in the context of procurement processes where compliance with regulations regarding the origin of goods is necessary.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A material is flagged for requiring a certificate of origin, but the country of origin has not been specified in the relevant master data or during the procurement process.
  The system settings or configuration require this information to be filled in for compliance or reporting purposes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03).
  Check the relevant views (especially the Purchasing view) to see if the "Country of Origin" field is filled in.
  If it is empty, you will need to update the material master with the appropriate country of origin.
  
  
  
  Update Info Record:
  
  If the error occurs during the creation or update of a purchasing info record (Transaction Code: ME11 or ME12), ensure that the "Country of Origin" field is filled in the info record.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant info record and entering the required country of origin.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Sometimes, the vendor master data may also need to be checked to ensure that the country of origin is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the requirement for the country of origin is not intended, you may need to review the configuration settings in the purchasing module to determine if this requirement can be relaxed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the handling of certificates of origin and compliance requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  ME11: Create Purchasing Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Compliance Requirements:
  
  Understand the regulatory requirements for your industry regarding the country of origin, as this may impact how you manage your materials and vendors.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary information is correctly maintained in your SAP system.