How To Fix FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS012 - Purchase order does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS - Down payments or down payment requests

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Purchase order does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS012 - Purchase order does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FPDP_DOWN_PAYMENTS012 indicates that a purchase order (PO) does not exist in the system when trying to process a down payment. This error typically arises in the context of down payment processing in SAP, particularly when dealing with vendor invoices or down payment requests.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Purchase Order Number: The purchase order number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  PO Not Created: The purchase order may not have been created yet or may have been deleted.
  PO Status: The purchase order may be in a status that does not allow for down payments (e.g., closed or completed).
  Document Type Issues: The document type used for the down payment may not be compatible with the purchase order.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the purchase order.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Purchase Order Number: Double-check the purchase order number entered in the transaction to ensure it is correct.
  Check PO Existence: Use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to confirm that the purchase order exists in the system.
  Review PO Status: Ensure that the purchase order is in an appropriate status for processing down payments. If it is closed or completed, you may need to create a new PO.
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document type used for the down payment is compatible with the purchase order.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the purchase order.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your IT support team to check for any data synchronization issues or system errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), F-47 (Down Payment Request), and F-48 (Down Payment Clearing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to down payment processing and purchase order management for additional guidance.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.