How To Fix ME272 - Please choose an item with material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Please choose an item with material

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please choose an item that contains a material number.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME272 - Please choose an item with material ?

  The SAP error message ME272 ("Please choose an item with material") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when the system expects a line item to have an associated material number, but it does not.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Number: The line item in the purchasing document does not have a material number assigned.
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category selected may not be appropriate for the type of item being processed (e.g., services instead of materials).
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may require that all items have material numbers, and if an item is entered without one, this error will occur.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently skipped entering the material number or selected an incorrect item.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Details: Go back to the purchasing document and ensure that the line item in question has a valid material number assigned. If it is missing, enter the correct material number.
  Review Item Category: Ensure that the item category is appropriate for the type of item you are trying to enter. If you are entering a service, make sure to use the correct item category that allows for services.
  Correct Document Type: Verify that you are using the correct document type for your transaction. If the document type requires material numbers, ensure that all items comply with this requirement.
  Re-enter the Item: If the item was entered incorrectly, you may need to delete the line item and re-enter it with the correct details, including the material number.
  Consult with a Colleague or SAP Support: If you are unsure about the correct material number or item category, consult with a colleague or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to purchasing, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), etc.
  Material Master: Ensure that the material you are trying to use is set up correctly in the Material Master (transaction code MM01 or MM02).
  User Authorization: Check if you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify purchasing documents.
  SAP Notes: Sometimes, specific issues may be documented in SAP Notes. It can be helpful to search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME272 error and proceed with your purchasing activities in SAP.