How To Fix IW737 - Purchase requisition commitment exists for the operation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 737

• Message text: Purchase requisition commitment exists for the operation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW737 - Purchase requisition commitment exists for the operation ?

  The SAP error message IW737, which states "Purchase requisition commitment exists for the operation," typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or production orders when there is an attempt to perform an action that is not allowed due to existing commitments related to purchase requisitions.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  There is a purchase requisition linked to a specific operation in a maintenance or production order.
  The system detects that there are commitments (financial obligations) associated with that operation, which prevents certain actions, such as deleting or changing the operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IW737 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Purchase Requisitions:
  
  Use transaction code ME53N to display the purchase requisition linked to the operation.
  Verify if the requisition is still valid or if it can be deleted or modified.
  
  
  
  Review the Order:
  
  Use transaction code IW32 (for maintenance orders) or CO02 (for production orders) to check the order details.
  Look for the specific operation that is causing the issue and see if there are any outstanding commitments.
  
  
  
  Release or Delete Commitments:
  
  If the purchase requisition is no longer needed, you can delete it using transaction ME52N.
  If the requisition is still required, ensure that it is properly processed (e.g., converted to a purchase order) so that the commitment is cleared.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Operation:
  
  If you need to change or delete the operation, ensure that there are no active commitments. You may need to wait until the purchase requisition is fully processed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Procurement:
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the purchase requisition or how to proceed, consult with your procurement department for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME53N: Display Purchase Requisition
  ME52N: Change Purchase Requisition
  IW32: Change Maintenance Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to purchase requisitions and order management for more detailed procedures.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify purchase requisitions and orders.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IW737 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.