How To Fix ARUN_MAIN033 - &1 change in item &2 will unassign PO item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARUN_MAIN -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: &1 change in item &2 will unassign PO item

What causes this issue?

The material is relevant to Supply Assignment (ARun) and an assignment
exists for this document item.
Item will be unassigned for one of the following reason.
Unassign rule is not defined to specify the date horizon against
Purchase order in customizing under <LS>Cross-Application Components >
Advanced Available-to-Promise (aATP) > Supply Assignment (ARun) >
Cross-Applications > Purchase Order Handling</>.
Unassign rule is defined in customizing under <LS>Cross-Application
Components > Advanced Available-to-Promise (aATP) > Supply Assignment
(ARun) > Cross-Applications > Purchase Order Handling</>. You have
created an inbound delivery for an assigned purchase order item with the
inbound delivery date greater than the item delivery date. Therefore,
the assigned requirements with respect to purchase order item is
compared against the inbound delivery date. If date reaction is outside
the specified horizon, the purchase order item is unassigned.(in this
case, only the purchase order date horizon is considered and not the
date reaction field check).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Define a rule to unassign orders. You can specify how the system should
react when the document is modified (for example, change in range of
days for purchase order).
Enter an alphanumeric key (maximum of four characters) and a description
for your rule.
Check the date horizon parameters maintained and change if needed.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARUN_MAIN033 - &1 change in item &2 will unassign PO item ?

  The SAP error message ARUN_MAIN033 indicates that a change in a specific item (identified by &2) will result in the unassignment of a Purchase Order (PO) item. This error typically arises in the context of managing purchase requisitions, purchase orders, or related documents in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to modify an item in a way that conflicts with the existing assignment of that item to a Purchase Order. Common causes include:
  
  Changing Key Fields: Modifying key fields such as material number, quantity, or delivery date that are linked to a PO item.
  Item Category Changes: Changing the item category in a way that is incompatible with the existing PO assignment.
  Status Changes: Changing the status of the item that affects its relationship with the PO.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from maintaining the assignment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  Review Changes: Check the changes you are trying to make to the item. Ensure that they do not conflict with the existing PO assignment.
  Reassign PO: If the changes are necessary, you may need to unassign the item from the PO first, make the required changes, and then reassign it if needed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidelines on the item you are working with.
  Check Item Status: Ensure that the item is in a status that allows for changes. If it is locked or in a completed state, you may need to change its status first.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like ME22N for changing POs) to make the necessary adjustments.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to purchase orders and requisitions, such as ME21N (Create PO), ME22N (Change PO), and ME23N (Display PO).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the items and POs in question.
  Testing in Sandbox: If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.