How To Fix AR154 - POR reference number is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AR - SSRV function module messages

• Message number: 154

• Message text: POR reference number is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AR154 - POR reference number is missing ?

  The SAP error message AR154, which states "POR reference number is missing," typically occurs in the context of Purchase Order (PO) processing or related transactions. This error indicates that a required reference number for a Purchase Order Requisition (POR) is not provided or is missing in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the field for the POR reference number has not been filled in during the transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a POR reference number for certain transactions, and these settings may not be aligned with your current process.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required reference number or may have entered it incorrectly.
  System Bugs or Issues: Occasionally, there may be bugs or issues in the SAP system that could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have filled