How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_PO063 - Select a valid material or service for the product type group.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_PO - Message Class for Purchase Order

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Select a valid material or service for the product type group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO063 - Select a valid material or service for the product type group. ?

  The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_PO063 indicates that there is an issue with the material or service selection in the context of a purchase order (PO). Specifically, it suggests that the material or service you are trying to use is not valid for the specified product type group. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Material/Service: The material or service you are trying to select does not belong to the allowed product type group defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the material types or service types may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or service master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are using for the purchase order may have restrictions on the types of materials or services that can be included.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material/Service Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material or service you are trying to use is correctly defined in the material master or service master.
  Ensure that the material type or service type is valid for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Review Product Type Group Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the product type group in the SAP system. Ensure that the material or service type is included in the allowed groups.
  You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to adjust the settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  Use Valid Materials/Services:
  
  If the material or service you are trying to use is not valid, consider selecting a different material or service that is allowed for the product type group.
  
  
  
  Check Purchase Order Document Type:
  
  Review the document type settings for the purchase order. Ensure that the document type allows the material or service type you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases updates and notes that can provide additional guidance or fixes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to review and modify the relevant data.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify material and service master data.
  Testing: After making any changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.