How To Fix EI652 - Purchasing organization does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 652

• Message text: Purchasing organization does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI652 - Purchasing organization does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EI652, which states "Purchasing organization does not exist," typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified purchasing organization in the relevant configuration or master data. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying purchase orders, vendor master records, or other procurement-related documents.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Purchasing Organization Code: The purchasing organization code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Missing Configuration: The purchasing organization may not have been created or configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the purchasing organization not being assigned to the relevant company code or plant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing organization.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify the Purchasing Organization Code:
  
  Check the code you are using for the purchasing organization. Ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Define Purchasing Organization and verify if the purchasing organization is defined.
  Ensure that the purchasing organization is assigned to the relevant company code and plant.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify the Purchasing Organization:
  
  If the purchasing organization does not exist, you may need to create it. Use the appropriate transaction (e.g., OX17) to create a new purchasing organization.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the purchasing organization is assigned to the vendor master record if you are working with vendors. You can check this in the vendor master data (Transaction Code: XK03).
  Verify that the purchasing organization is linked to the relevant materials or purchasing info records.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the purchasing organization. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  OX17 (Define Purchasing Organization)
  XK03 (Display Vendor)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EI652 error and implement the appropriate solution.