How To Fix ME083 - Enter & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Enter & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME083 - Enter & & ?

  The SAP error message ME083 ("Enter & &") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that certain mandatory fields are not filled in or are missing required information.
  Cause:
  The error message ME083 usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Vendor Information: The vendor (supplier) information is not provided or is incomplete.
  Missing Material Information: The material number or description is not entered.
  Incomplete Purchase Order Data: Required fields in the purchase order or requisition are not filled out.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the purchasing module in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ME083 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory fields in the purchasing document are filled out. This includes vendor, material number, quantity, and any other required fields.
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: Verify that the vendor master data is correctly set up and that the vendor is active. You can check this in the vendor master record (transaction code XK03).
  
  
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material number is valid and that the material master data is correctly maintained. You can check this using transaction code MM03.
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings: Check the settings for the document type you are using (e.g., standard purchase order, blanket purchase order) to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to purchasing include ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: You can search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal for additional troubleshooting steps or patches related to this error.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on purchasing processes and required fields.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ME083 error in SAP.