How To Fix J1JP018 - No PIR or contract exist for this PO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J1JP - Japan Localization

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No PIR or contract exist for this PO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J1JP018 - No PIR or contract exist for this PO ?

  The SAP error message J1JP018: No PIR or contract exist for this PO typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with Purchase Orders (POs) in the Indian localization for GST (Goods and Services Tax). This error indicates that the system cannot find a Purchase Info Record (PIR) or a contract associated with the Purchase Order you are trying to process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Purchase Info Record (PIR): The system is unable to find a PIR for the material and vendor combination specified in the PO.
  Missing Contract: There is no contract associated with the PO, which is required for the transaction.
  Incorrect PO Type: The type of PO being used may not be compatible with the requirements for PIR or contracts.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the PO, such as incorrect vendor or material numbers.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the PIR or contract for the specified conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create or Update Purchase Info Record:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code ME11 (Create Purchase Info Record) or ME12 (Change Purchase Info Record).
  Ensure that a valid PIR exists for the vendor and material combination.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Contract:
  
  Use transaction code ME31K (Create Contract) to create a new contract if one does not exist.
  If a contract exists, verify that it is active and correctly linked to the PO.
  
  
  
  Check PO Details:
  
  Review the Purchase Order details to ensure that the vendor and material numbers are correct.
  Ensure that the PO type is appropriate for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the necessary settings for PIR and contracts are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME11: Create Purchase Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchase Info Record
  ME31K: Create Contract
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to purchasing and procurement processes, especially in the context of Indian GST compliance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message J1JP018 and successfully process your Purchase Order.