How To Fix FIP_BL_MESSAGE_CLASS220 - No open purchase orders for selected material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIP_BL_MESSAGE_CLASS - FIP messages related to errors from Business Layer

• Message number: 220

• Message text: No open purchase orders for selected material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIP_BL_MESSAGE_CLASS220 - No open purchase orders for selected material ?

  The SAP error message FIP_BL_MESSAGE_CLASS220 indicates that there are no open purchase orders for the selected material. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires an existing purchase order for a specific material, but the system cannot find any open purchase orders associated with that material.
  Causes:
  
  No Open Purchase Orders: The most straightforward cause is that there are simply no open purchase orders for the material in question.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Purchase Order Status: The purchase orders may be closed, canceled, or fully delivered, making them unavailable for further processing.
  Plant or Storage Location Issues: The material may not be assigned to the correct plant or storage location where the purchase orders are expected.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be a delay or issue in data synchronization between different modules or systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Open Purchase Orders: Verify if there are any open purchase orders for the material by using transaction codes like ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number) or ME2L (Purchase Orders by Vendor).
  Verify Material Number: Ensure that the material number you are using is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Purchase Order Status: Check the status of existing purchase orders to confirm they are open and not fully delivered or closed.
  Check Plant and Storage Location: Make sure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location where you are trying to process the transaction.
  Create a New Purchase Order: If no open purchase orders exist, you may need to create a new purchase order for the material.
  Consult with Procurement Team: If you are unsure about the status of purchase orders or need assistance, consult with your procurement or purchasing team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  Material Master Data: Check the material master data (transaction code MM03) to ensure that the material is set up correctly and is active.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and create purchase orders in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.