How To Fix CZ263 - Purchase orders/internal orders are not permitted for pipeline materials

CZ263 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 263

• Message text: Purchase orders/internal orders are not permitted for pipeline materials

What causes this issue?

You defined material type &v1& as a pipeline material type, so neither
internal orders nor purchase orders are permissible for materials of
this material type.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you wish to define this material type as a pipeline material type,
you must set the options so that internal orders and purchase orders
are not permissible.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ263 - Purchase orders/internal orders are not permitted for pipeline materials ?

  The SAP error message CZ263 indicates that purchase orders or internal orders cannot be created for pipeline materials. This error typically arises when trying to process materials that are classified as pipeline materials in the SAP system. Pipeline materials are usually associated with the oil and gas industry, where materials are transported through pipelines and are not intended for standard purchasing processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Type: The material you are trying to create a purchase order for is defined as a pipeline material in the material master. This classification restricts the creation of purchase orders or internal orders.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may not allow the procurement of pipeline materials through standard purchasing processes.
  Business Process: The business process for pipeline materials may be designed to handle them differently, often through contracts or specific procurement processes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master: Verify the material master record for the material in question. Check the material type and ensure