How To Fix F2220 - Screen layout for purchasing organization & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Screen layout for purchasing organization & is not defined

What causes this issue?

A screen layout has not been defined for the purchasing organization
&V1&. The default entry (purchasing organization '*') does also not
exist.

System Response

Error message.

How to fix this error?

Define the screen layout for the purchasing organization &V1& or the
default entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2220 - Screen layout for purchasing organization & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message F2220, which states "Screen layout for purchasing organization & is not defined," typically occurs when there is a configuration issue related to the screen layout for a specific purchasing organization in the SAP system. This error can arise in various transactions related to purchasing, such as creating or changing purchase orders or purchase requisitions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The screen layout for the specified purchasing organization has not been defined in the system. This means that the system does not know how to display the fields and data for that particular purchasing organization.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the screen layout might be incorrectly configured or not activated for the purchasing organization in question.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system (e.g., from a development to a production environment), it might not have been properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the following path:
  SPRO -> IMG -> Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Purchase Order -> Define Screen Layout at Document Level
  
  Here, you can check if the screen layout for the specific purchasing organization is defined. If it is not, you will need to create or modify the layout.
  
  
  
  Define Screen Layout:
  
  If the screen layout is missing, you can define it by selecting the appropriate purchasing organization and configuring the fields that should be displayed or hidden in the purchase order or requisition.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, ensure that all necessary configurations were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport or manually configure the missing settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the screen layout settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on configuring screen layouts for purchasing organizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in transactions like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition).
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and authorizations are correctly set up for users who need to access purchasing functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.