How To Fix CZ201 - No plant is needed for this special procurement type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 201

• Message text: No plant is needed for this special procurement type

What causes this issue?

You have chosen a special procurement, which does not require you to
specify a plant.

System Response

The plant is deleted.

How to fix this error?

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 CZ201 - No plant is needed for this special procurement type ?

  The SAP error message CZ201 ("No plant is needed for this special procurement type") typically occurs in the context of material master data or procurement processes when the system expects a plant to be specified for a particular special procurement type, but none is provided. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of purchase orders, material requirements planning (MRP), or when working with special procurement types like stock transfer, consignment, or subcontracting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Plant Assignment: The material master record may not have a plant assigned for the specified special procurement type.
  Incorrect Special Procurement Type: The special procurement type being used may not require a plant, but the system is still expecting one due to configuration settings.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the special procurement type in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to the system expecting a plant when it shouldn't.
  Material Type Settings: The material type associated with the material may have settings that require a plant for certain procurement types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, MRP) to ensure that the plant is correctly assigned for the special procurement type in question.
  If the material is not plant-specific, ensure that the special procurement type is appropriate for the material.
  
  
  
  Review Special Procurement Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the special procurement type in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide). Navigate to:
  
  Logistics > Materials Management > Purchasing > Special Procurement Types.
  
  
  Ensure that the settings align with your business requirements and that the special procurement type is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Purchase Order or MRP Settings:
  
  If you are creating a purchase order or running MRP, ensure that the correct special procurement type is selected and that it aligns with the material's configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support or Functional Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can analyze the specific configuration and data setup in your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), MD01 (MRP Run).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material master data and special procurement types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.