How To Fix FLOG_SUPPLY_PROCESS049 - Special procurement type not found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FLOG_SUPPLY_PROCESS -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Special procurement type not found.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FLOG_SUPPLY_PROCESS049 - Special procurement type not found. ?

  The SAP error message FLOG_SUPPLY_PROCESS049 indicates that a special procurement type is not found in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of supply chain management, particularly when dealing with special procurement scenarios such as stock transfers, consignment stock, or subcontracting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The special procurement type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master or the purchasing info record may not have the correct special procurement type assigned.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system (like a development or quality system), it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the special procurement type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Special Procurement Types.
  Ensure that the required special procurement type is defined and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master.
  Check the Purchasing view and ensure that the special procurement type is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Purchasing Info Record:
  
  Use transaction code ME13 to display the purchasing info record.
  Verify that the special procurement type is correctly set up for the vendor and material combination.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the special procurement type. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction code PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on special procurement types and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special Procurement Types: These are used in various scenarios such as consignment, subcontracting, stock transfers, etc. Each type has specific settings that dictate how materials are procured and managed.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings.
  MM03: Display Material Master.
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.