How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_PURCHASING053 - Marketing spend &1 is not valid for purchasing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_PURCHASING - Message class for the Purchasing Assingment

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Marketing spend &1 is not valid for purchasing

What causes this issue?

The marketing spend is either not available in this campaign, or it is
not valid for purchasing.

System Response

It is not possible to save the campaign.

How to fix this error?

Please correct your entry.

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 CRM_MKTPL_PURCHASING053 - Marketing spend &1 is not valid for purchasing ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_PURCHASING053 indicates that there is an issue with the marketing spend that is being referenced in a purchasing context. Specifically, the message states that the marketing spend (identified by &1) is not valid for purchasing. This can occur in scenarios where marketing budgets or allocations are being used in conjunction with purchasing processes in SAP CRM.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Marketing Spend ID: The marketing spend ID referenced may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Status: The marketing spend may be in a status that does not allow it to be used for purchasing (e.g., it may be inactive or not yet approved).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain marketing spends for purchasing activities.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified marketing spend.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the marketing spend, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Marketing Spend ID: Check if the marketing spend ID referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant marketing spend transaction or report.
  Check Status: Ensure that the marketing spend is in an appropriate status for purchasing. If it is inactive or not approved, you may need to change its status.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to marketing spends and purchasing. Ensure that the necessary configurations are in place to allow the use of marketing spends in purchasing.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the marketing spend. If not, the user may need to be granted additional permissions.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all related entries are correct and complete. This may involve checking related tables and ensuring that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as CRMD_ORDER or CRMD_ORDERADM_H to view and manage marketing spends and related purchasing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for CRM Marketing and Purchasing modules for more detailed information on how marketing spends are integrated into purchasing processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.