How To Fix COMPXPD036 - Item number without restriction of purchase order number not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COMPXPD - Monitoring of Tasks for Network Components

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Item number without restriction of purchase order number not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COMPXPD036 - Item number without restriction of purchase order number not allowed ?

  The SAP error message COMPXPD036 indicates that there is an issue with the item number in relation to a purchase order (PO) in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the item number you are trying to use is not allowed without a corresponding purchase order number. This typically occurs in the context of creating or processing purchase requisitions, purchase orders, or related documents.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Purchase Order Number: The item number you are trying to process is configured in the system to require a purchase order number, but none has been provided.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be set up in such a way that certain item types or categories require a purchase order for processing.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the purchase order number was not entered or was entered incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Purchase Order Number: Ensure that you have entered a valid purchase order number associated