How To Fix CM_EPM_REF_APPS102 - Purchase Order &1 has inappropriate Status for Goods Receipt

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EPM_REF_APPS - EPM Reference Apps: Message Class

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Purchase Order &1 has inappropriate Status for Goods Receipt

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EPM_REF_APPS102 - Purchase Order &1 has inappropriate Status for Goods Receipt ?

  The SAP error message CM_EPM_REF_APPS102 indicates that a Purchase Order (PO) has an inappropriate status for processing a Goods Receipt (GR). This typically means that the PO is not in a state that allows for goods to be received against it. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  PO Status: The Purchase Order may be in a status that does not allow for goods receipt, such as "Closed," "Cancelled," or "Blocked."
  Delivery Status: The PO may not have been fully delivered or may have delivery blocks that prevent the GR.
  Item Status: Specific line items on the PO may have their own statuses that prevent receiving, such as being marked as "Not Orderable" or "Blocked."
  Document Type: The type of PO may not be configured to allow goods receipts (e.g., service POs).
  Incomplete Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the PO that prevents the GR from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check PO Status: Review the status of the Purchase Order in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the PO in the system and checking its status. If it is closed or cancelled, you may need to create a new PO.
  Review Delivery Status: Ensure that the delivery status of the PO allows for goods receipt. If there are outstanding deliveries, you may need to address those first.
  Check Item Status: Look at the individual line items on the PO to see if any are blocked or have issues. You can do this in the item details of the PO.
  Document Type Configuration: Verify that the document type of the PO is set up to allow goods receipts. This may require configuration changes in the system.
  Correct Incomplete Data: If there are missing or incorrect details in the PO, update the PO with the correct information.
  Consult with Procurement: If you are unsure about the status or the next steps, consult with your procurement or purchasing department for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the PO details and status.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify Purchase Orders in the system.
  Training and Documentation: Refer to internal training materials or SAP documentation for further guidance on handling Purchase Orders and Goods Receipts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.