How To Fix ICL656 - Procurement process not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 processes.
  
  Solutions to ICL656 Error
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system for the relevant material, plant, and purchasing organization. Ensure that the procurement process is enabled.
  Check the settings in the purchasing view of the material master to ensure that procurement is allowed.
  
  
  
  Review Document Types:
  
  Verify that the document type being used is appropriate for the procurement process. You may need to adjust the settings in the document type configuration.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the procurement activities. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Material Status:
  
  Check the status of the material in the system. If it is blocked for procurement, you may need to change its status to allow procurement activities.
  
  
  
  Vendor Setup:
  
  Verify that the vendor is correctly set up in the system and does not have any restrictions that would prevent procurement.
  
  
  
  Consult Business Rules:
  
  If there are specific business rules in place, consult with the relevant stakeholders to understand the restrictions and determine if exceptions can be made.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to troubleshoot procurement processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to procurement processes and configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in procurement processes within SAP.