How To Fix IW111 - Operation carried out externally: Enter purchasing group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Operation carried out externally: Enter purchasing group

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE 'FREMDVORGANG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
For this reason you must enter a purchasing group for the operation.

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

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Enter a purchasing organization.
INCLUDE 'EINGABEN' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW111 - Operation carried out externally: Enter purchasing group ?

  The SAP error message IW111 ("Operation carried out externally: Enter purchasing group") typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or service orders when the system expects a purchasing group to be specified, but it is missing. This error is often encountered in the SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) module or when dealing with service procurement.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A maintenance order or service order is created or modified, and the system requires a purchasing group to be specified for the procurement of materials or services.
  The purchasing group field is left blank, which is mandatory for the operation being performed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IW111 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter the Purchasing Group:
  
  Navigate to the order in question (e.g., via transaction code IW32 for changing an order).
  Look for the field labeled "Purchasing Group" (usually found in the order details or in the item details).
  Enter the appropriate purchasing group that is responsible for procurement.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the purchasing group is properly configured in the system. You can check this in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under:
  
  Materials Management > Purchasing > Define Purchasing Groups
  
  
  Make sure that the purchasing group is assigned to the relevant materials or services.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to enter or modify the purchasing group in the order.
  
  
  
  Check Order Type Settings:
  
  Some order types may have specific settings that require a purchasing group. Review the configuration for the order type being used to ensure it aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IW32: Change Order
  IW31: Create Order
  IW33: Display Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs:
  
  If your organization has custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the behavior of the purchasing group field.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IW111 error and proceed with your operations in SAP.