How To Fix IP383 - The purchase order item has no goods receipt indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 383

• Message text: The purchase order item has no goods receipt indicator

What causes this issue?

You have selected a purchase order item which has no goods receipt
indicator.
However, the indicator is necessary as a goods receipt document is
generated during acceptance of the
<DS:GLOS.3526C119AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>service entry sheets</>
generated during scheduling. Data is transferred to the Controlling
(CO) and Financial Accounting (FI) application components using the
goods receipt document.

System Response

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How to fix this error?

Set the indicator in the purchase order item, or choose another
purchase order item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP383 - The purchase order item has no goods receipt indicator ?

  The SAP error message IP383, which states "The purchase order item has no goods receipt indicator," typically occurs when you are trying to perform a goods receipt for a purchase order item that has not been configured to allow goods receipts. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help you resolve the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Goods Receipt Indicator: The purchase order item may not have the goods receipt indicator set. This indicator is necessary for the system to recognize that goods can be received against this purchase order item.
  Item Category: The item category of the purchase order may not be configured to allow goods receipts. Certain item categories (like service items) may not require a goods receipt.
  Purchase Order Configuration: The purchase order may have been created with settings that do not allow for goods receipts, such as being marked as a non-inventory item.
  Document Type: The document type of the purchase order may not support goods receipts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order Item: 
  
  Go to the purchase order in question and check the item details. Ensure that the "Goods Receipt Indicator" is set. This can usually be found in the item details under the "Delivery" tab.
  
  
  
  Review Item Category:
  
  Verify the item category used in the purchase order. If it is a service item or another category that does not allow for goods receipts, you may need to change the item category or create a new purchase order with the correct item category.
  
  
  
  Modify Purchase Order:
  
  If the purchase order was created incorrectly, you may need to modify it to include the goods receipt indicator. This can be done by changing the item details in the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings for the purchase order item categories and document types to ensure they are set up correctly to allow goods receipts.
  
  
  
  Create a New Purchase Order:
  
  If the current purchase order cannot be modified to allow for goods receipts, consider creating a new purchase order with the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the purchase order details and ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to create a new one.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify purchase orders and perform goods receipts.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in procurement processes within SAP.