How To Fix ICL656 - Procurement process not permitted

ICL656 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL - FS-CM: Claims Management

• Message number: 656

• Message text: Procurement process not permitted

What causes this issue?

You tried to trigger a procurement process. The system does not allow
this on the basis of the settings in the system configuration. For
example, in the USA there are statutory regulations forbidding
replacement in kind in some states.
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The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL656 - Procurement process not permitted ?

  The SAP error message ICL656, which states "Procurement process not permitted," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there are restrictions or configurations that prevent the execution of procurement-related activities. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of purchase orders, goods receipts, or invoice verification.
  Causes of ICL656 Error
  
  Configuration Settings: The procurement process may not be enabled for the specific material, plant, or purchasing organization in the system configuration.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used may not be allowed for the procurement process in question.
  Authorization Issues: The user may lack the necessary authorizations to perform procurement activities.
  Material Status: The material may have a status that restricts procurement activities (e.g., blocked for procurement).
  Vendor Issues: The vendor may not be set up correctly or may have restrictions that prevent procurement.
  Business Rules: Specific business rules or policies may be in place that restrict certain procurement