How To Fix FSH_SPO005 - Split or change of purchase order &1 is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_SPO - message class for spilt PO

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Split or change of purchase order &1 is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_SPO005 - Split or change of purchase order &1 is not possible ?

  The SAP error message FSH_SPO005 indicates that a split or change of a purchase order (PO) is not possible. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Materials Management (MM) module when attempting to modify a purchase order that has certain restrictions or conditions preventing the change.
  Causes of the Error
  
  
  Status of the Purchase Order: The purchase order may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being fully delivered, invoiced, or closed.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on splitting or changing. For example, some purchase orders may be set up as non-splittable.
  
  
  Item Conditions: If the items in the purchase order have specific conditions (like being linked to a contract or having certain delivery schedules), this may prevent changes.
  
  
  Dependencies with Other Documents: If the purchase order is linked to other documents (like contracts or scheduling agreements), changes may not be allowed.
  
  
  Custom Settings: Custom configurations in the SAP system may impose additional restrictions on purchase order modifications.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Purchase Order Status: Verify the status of the purchase order. If it is fully delivered or invoiced, you may need to create a new purchase order instead of modifying the existing one.
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type of the purchase order to see if it allows for splitting or changes.
  
  
  Analyze Item Conditions: Look at the individual items in the purchase order to see if any specific conditions are preventing changes. You may need to adjust these conditions or create a new PO.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you suspect that custom settings are causing the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team to review the configurations.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to attempt to make the necessary changes, and check for any additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  
  Documentation and Help: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific error message and related troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to purchase orders.
  Training and Support: If you are frequently encountering this error, consider additional training on SAP MM processes or reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.