How To Fix M7187 - Purchase order contains a value without a qty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Purchase order contains a value without a qty

What causes this issue?

The system found that the purchase order contains an item with a
purchase order value in document currency, but which does not have a
corresponding purchase order quantity.

System Response

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?

Check the item in the purchase order.
Do you want to
<DS:TRAN.ME23N>Display purchase order</>?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7187 - Purchase order contains a value without a qty ?

  The SAP error message M7187, which states "Purchase order contains a value without a qty," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the quantity and the value in a purchase order. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying a purchase order in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quantity: The purchase order line item has a value (price) specified, but the quantity is either missing or set to zero.
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category used in the purchase order may not support the combination of value and quantity.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or purchasing info records that are causing this inconsistency.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of the purchase order can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Quantity Field: Ensure that the quantity field for the affected line item is filled in correctly. If it is zero or blank, enter the appropriate quantity.
  Review Item Category: Verify that the item category used in the purchase order is appropriate for the type of transaction you are trying to perform. Some item categories may require both quantity and value to be specified.
  Validate Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the items in the purchase order to ensure that all necessary fields are correctly populated.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error was caused by manual data entry, correct the values in the purchase order and save the changes.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error while using transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify purchase orders in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M7187 error and successfully process your purchase order. If the problem continues, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for more in-depth analysis.