How To Fix ICH_BIF098 - Check purchasing info record; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICH_BIF - Outbound Message Processing

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Check purchasing info record; see long text

What causes this issue?

You have created a subcontract order but the subcontracting purchasing
info record has not been set up correctly. The sytem could not therefore
assign the subcontract order to a cost object (production order in CO,
production order or process order).

System Response

If you send messages of the category
<NP>ManufacturingWorkOrderProductionProgressNotification</> from SAP
Supply Network Collaboration (SAP SNC) to SAP ERP to post the component
consumptions, the SAP ERP terminates with this error message.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the <LS>Timely Consumption Posting</> checkbox has been
selected for your material in the purchasing info record. Check whether
the system has then assigned the subcontract order to a cost object.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICH_BIF098 - Check purchasing info record; see long text ?

  The SAP error message ICH_BIF098 typically indicates an issue related to the purchasing info record in the SAP system. This message is often encountered in the context of procurement processes, particularly when there are inconsistencies or missing data in the purchasing info records.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Info Record: The purchasing info record for the specific material and vendor combination may not exist.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data within the info record, such as incorrect pricing, terms, or conditions.
  Inactive Info Record: The info record might be inactive or not valid for the purchasing organization or plant.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be typographical errors in the material number or vendor number being used in the transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or view the purchasing info record.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Info Record: Go to the transaction code ME13 (Display Purchasing Info Record) and check if the info record exists for the material and vendor combination. If it does not exist, you may need to create it using ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record).
  Review Data: If the info record exists, review the data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that the pricing, terms, and conditions are correctly entered.
  Activate Info Record: If the info record is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new one that is valid for the relevant purchasing organization and plant.
  Correct Data Entry: Verify that the material number and vendor number are entered correctly in the transaction.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing info record. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME11: Create Purchasing Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchasing Info Record
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on purchasing info records and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional insights.