How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_PO024 - Purchase order still contains faulty items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_PO - Message Class for Purchase Order

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Purchase order still contains faulty items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO024 - Purchase order still contains faulty items ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO024 indicates that a purchase order (PO) still contains faulty items, which means that there are issues with one or more items in the purchase order that need to be resolved before the order can be processed further. This error typically arises during the processing of purchase orders, such as when trying to release, change, or display a PO.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Data: Some items in the purchase order may have missing or incorrect data, such as quantity, price, or delivery date.
  Blocked Items: Items may be blocked for various reasons, such as quality issues, financial blocks, or vendor-related issues.
  Invalid Material Master Data: The material master data for the items may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to issues in the purchase order.
  Missing Account Assignment: If the account assignment for the items is not properly defined, it can lead to errors.
  Inconsistent Item Categories: The item categories in the purchase order may not be compatible with the transaction being performed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Item Details: Review the details of each item in the purchase order. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  Review Blocked Items: Check if any items are blocked. You can do this by navigating to the purchase order and checking the status of each item. Resolve any issues that are causing the block.
  Validate Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data for the items is complete and accurate. If necessary, update the material master records.
  Account Assignment: Verify that the account assignment for each item is correctly defined. Make sure that the appropriate accounts are assigned to the items.
  Consult with Relevant Departments: If the issue is related to vendor or quality problems, consult with the procurement or quality assurance departments to resolve any underlying issues.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to make necessary adjustments and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to review the details.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the purchase order.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for detailed guidance on handling purchase orders and troubleshooting common errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issues causing the APPL_MM_PUR_PO024 error message in SAP.