How To Fix EAMVE034 - No purchasing default values; spare part is not copied to the list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAMVE - Message class for EAM VE integration

• Message number: 034

• Message text: No purchasing default values; spare part is not copied to the list

What causes this issue?

You selected a spare part and want to copy it to the list. However, the
selected spare part is an external material and the default purchasing
data to generate purchase requisitions from maintenance orders is not
defined yet. Therefore<(>,<)> the system does not copy the spare part to
the list.

System Response

The system needs default purchasing data such as a material group with
an assigned G/L account and a purchasing group to be able to copy the
selected spare part to the list.

How to fix this error?

You can define user specific default data in the transactions for
creating and changing orders (IW31, IW32) by choosing <LS>Extras</> -->
<LS>Settings</> --> <LS>Default values...</>. On the <LS>Ext.
procurement</> tab you can define a material group, a G/L account<(>,<)>
and a purchasing group.

Procedure for System Administrators

Your system administrator can define default values in an external
processing profile and assign that profile to a plant/order type
combination. Ask your system administrator to define the respective
Customizing settings in Customizing for <ZK>Plant Maintenance and
Customer Service</> under <ZK>Maintenance and Service Processing</> -->
<ZK>Maintenance and Service Orders</> --> <ZK>Functions and Settings for
Order Types</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAMVE034 - No purchasing default values; spare part is not copied to the list ?

  The SAP error message EAMVE034 ("No purchasing default values; spare part is not copied to the list") typically occurs in the context of the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) module when trying to create or manage spare parts or materials in a maintenance order or similar transaction. This error indicates that the system could not find the necessary purchasing information for the spare part you are trying to use, which prevents it from being added to the list.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Purchasing Data: The spare part (material) does not have the required purchasing information set up in the material master record. This could include missing data in fields such as purchasing group, purchasing organization, or other relevant purchasing parameters.
  Material Type Restrictions: The material type of the spare part may not be configured to allow purchasing activities.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper retrieval of purchasing data for the material.
  Inactive Material: The material might be inactive or not available for purchasing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) for the spare part in question.
  Verify that the purchasing data is correctly maintained in the relevant views (e.g., Purchasing view).
  Ensure that the purchasing group and purchasing organization are assigned.
  
  
  
  Update Material Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the material type to ensure it allows for purchasing activities. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Activate Material:
  
  If the material is inactive, you may need to activate it or ensure it is set up correctly for purchasing.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to purchasing and material management.
  
  
  
  Test with Another Material:
  
  As a troubleshooting step, try to add a different spare part that is known to have the correct purchasing data to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order (to test purchasing functionality)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and purchasing processes to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the EAMVE034 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.