How To Fix CONF_IN_PURCH004 - Configuration data for purchasing document item copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONF_IN_PURCH - Messages for Configuration in Purchasing

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Configuration data for purchasing document item copied

What causes this issue?

You are changing a configuration that was not created for this
purchasing document.

System Response

In order that these changes do not have any influence on the original
configuration (e.g. in the sales order), the system has copied the
configuration data.
The configuration in the purchase order has thus been decoupled from
its origin. Changes in the sales order or the material master no longer
have any effect on this purchasing document.

How to fix this error?

If you wish to retain the link between the original configuration and
the configuration in the purchase order, terminate your processing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONF_IN_PURCH004 - Configuration data for purchasing document item copied ?

  The SAP error message CONF_IN_PURCH004 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration data for a purchasing document item that has been copied. This error typically arises during the creation or modification of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when the system encounters inconsistencies or missing configuration data.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Configuration Data: The necessary configuration settings for the purchasing document item are not defined in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data being copied from the source document to the target document.
  Customizations: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the purchasing process, they may not be correctly configured or may conflict with standard settings.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with the master data (e.g., vendor master, material master) related to the purchasing document can also trigger this error.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the CONF_IN_PURCH004 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for purchasing documents in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that all necessary settings for the purchasing document type and item category are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review the Source Document:
  
  If you are copying from another document, check the source document for any inconsistencies or missing data.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master and material master data for completeness and correctness.
  Ensure that the relevant data is maintained and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the error occurs.
  This may help you pinpoint the exact configuration or data issue causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the steps leading to it.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to navigate purchasing documents.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the CONF_IN_PURCH004 error in your SAP system.