How To Fix ME209 - Please choose a purchase requisition with material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Please choose a purchase requisition with material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME209 - Please choose a purchase requisition with material ?

  The SAP error message ME209 ("Please choose a purchase requisition with material") typically occurs when you are trying to create a purchase order or perform an action related to a purchase requisition, but the selected purchase requisition does not contain any material items. This can happen for several reasons:
  Cause:
  
  Empty Purchase Requisition: The purchase requisition you are trying to use does not have any line items that specify materials.
  Incorrect Selection: You may have selected a purchase requisition that is not relevant for the action you are trying to perform.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a mistake in the way the purchase requisition was created or entered into the system.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type of the purchase requisition may not allow for the creation of a purchase order with the current settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Purchase Requisition: Go to the purchase requisition in question and verify that it contains line items with materials. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) and entering the requisition number.
  
  
  Select a Valid Purchase Requisition: If the requisition does not contain materials, you will need to select a different purchase requisition that has valid material line items.
  
  
  Create a New Purchase Requisition: If necessary, create a new purchase requisition that includes the required materials. You can do this using transaction code ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition).
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings: If you suspect that the document type is causing the issue, check the configuration settings for the purchase requisition and purchase order document types in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the settings or need further assistance, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP administrator or support team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME51N: Create Purchase Requisition
  ME53N: Display Purchase Requisition
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to purchase requisitions and orders.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP user manuals or training materials for guidance on creating and managing purchase requisitions and orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME209 error and proceed with your procurement activities in SAP.