How To Fix CKMLGRIR011 - Purchasing document type &1 is not allowed here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKMLGRIR - GR/IR Account Maintenance

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Purchasing document type &1 is not allowed here

What causes this issue?

Only purchase order categories F (= purchase order) and L ( =
scheduling agreement) are allowed.

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?

Correct your entries and enter an allowed purchase order category. If
you do not want to limit your selection to a single purchase order
category, do not enter a purchase order category. Then, all allowed
purchase order categories are selected.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKMLGRIR011 - Purchasing document type &1 is not allowed here ?

  The SAP error message CKMLGRIR011 indicates that a specific purchasing document type is not allowed in the context where it is being used. This error typically arises during the processing of a Goods Receipt (GR) or Invoice Verification (IV) in the Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with the Material Ledger (ML) and the associated accounting entries.
  Cause:
  
  
  Document Type Configuration: The purchasing document type being used (e.g., Purchase Order, Purchase Requisition) is not configured to be used in the context of the transaction you are attempting to perform. This could be due to settings in the configuration of the document types in the SAP system.
  
  
  Material Ledger Settings: The Material Ledger may have specific settings that restrict certain document types from being processed. This can happen if the document type is not allowed for the valuation area or if it is not set up correctly in the Material Ledger configuration.
  
  
  Transaction Context: The error may also occur if the transaction context does not support the specific document type. For example, if you are trying to post a GR for a document type that is not allowed for the specific movement type or valuation type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in the SAP system (Transaction code: OME9 for purchasing document types).
  Verify that the document type you are using is allowed for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Review Material Ledger Settings:
  
  Check the Material Ledger configuration (Transaction code: OML0) to ensure that the document type is allowed for the relevant valuation area.
  Ensure that the document type is correctly assigned to the appropriate movement types.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct transaction and that the document type is appropriate for the context of the transaction.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP MM or FI consultant to understand the specific requirements for the transaction you are attempting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on the specific document type and its allowed contexts.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), MIGO (Goods Movement), and MIRO (Invoice Verification).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction with the specified document type.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP community forums for further assistance.