How To Fix ME260 - No suitable purchasing documents found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 260

• Message text: No suitable purchasing documents found

What causes this issue?

The system was not able to find any purchasing documents with the
selection criteria you entered.

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?

Please check the selection criteria you entered on the initial screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME260 - No suitable purchasing documents found ?

  The SAP error message ME260 ("No suitable purchasing documents found") typically occurs when a user attempts to create a purchase order or perform a related action, but the system cannot find any purchasing documents that meet the specified criteria. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a purchase order from a requisition or when attempting to convert a purchase requisition into a purchase order.
  Causes of ME260
  
  
  No Matching Purchase Requisitions: There may be no purchase requisitions that match the criteria you are using (e.g., vendor, material, plant, etc.).
  
  
  Document Status: The purchase requisition or other purchasing documents may be in a status that does not allow them to be converted (e.g., blocked, deleted, or completed).
  
  
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may be too restrictive, leading to no results being found.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the relevant purchasing documents.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data (e.g., vendor master, material master) that prevent the system from finding suitable documents.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type being used may not be compatible with the purchasing documents available.
  
  
  Solutions to ME260
  
  
  Check Purchase Requisitions: Verify that there are active and suitable purchase requisitions available for the items you are trying to order. You can do this by using transaction ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition).
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using are not too restrictive. Try broadening the search parameters.
  
  
  Check Document Status: Look at the status of the purchase requisitions or other documents to ensure they are not blocked or completed.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Confirm that you have the necessary authorizations to access and process the purchasing documents. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Master Data Verification: Check the vendor and material master data for any inconsistencies or missing information that could affect the purchasing process.
  
  
  Use Alternative Document Types: If applicable, try using a different document type that may be more suitable for the purchasing documents you are trying to access.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this issue, as there may be known bugs or fixes available.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to navigate through the purchasing documents effectively.
  
  
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on purchasing processes and error messages.
  
  
  User Forums and Communities: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ME260 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.