How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_PO062 - Cancellation of purchase order &1 failed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_PO - Message Class for Purchase Order

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Cancellation of purchase order &1 failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO062 - Cancellation of purchase order &1 failed. ?

  The SAP error message "APPL_MM_PUR_PO062: Cancellation of purchase order &1 failed" typically occurs when there is an attempt to cancel a purchase order (PO) in the SAP system, but the cancellation process cannot be completed due to various reasons. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Open Goods Receipts: There may be open goods receipts against the purchase order. If goods have been received and not yet fully processed, the system will not allow cancellation.
  
  
  Open Invoices: If there are invoices that have been posted against the purchase order, the cancellation will fail until those invoices are cleared.
  
  
  Purchase Order Status: The purchase order may be in a status that does not allow for cancellation, such as being in a locked state or already being partially processed.
  
  
  Dependencies on Other Documents: The purchase order may be linked to other documents (like contracts or scheduling agreements) that prevent its cancellation.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to cancel the purchase order may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Open Goods Receipts: Review the purchase order for any open goods receipts. If there are any, you may need to reverse or complete those transactions before attempting to cancel the PO.
  
  
  Check Open Invoices: Verify if there are any invoices posted against the purchase order. If there are, you will need to clear or reverse those invoices.
  
  
  Review Purchase Order Status: Check the status of the purchase order. If it is in a state that does not allow cancellation, you may need to change its status or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if the purchase order is linked to any contracts or other documents that may prevent cancellation. You may need to address those dependencies first.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to cancel the purchase order. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required authorizations.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to check the details of the purchase order and identify any issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for purchasing and procurement processes to understand the implications of canceling a purchase order.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.