How To Fix ME370 - No checking rule entered for combination of doc. type/supplying plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 370

• Message text: No checking rule entered for combination of doc. type/supplying plant

What causes this issue?

An availability check can only be carried out if a checking rule has
been entered for the combination document type/supplying plant.

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?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 LANGUAGE EN
&WHAT_TO_DO& (system administrator)
Define a checking rule in Customizing for Purchasing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME370 - No checking rule entered for combination of doc. type/supplying plant ?

  The SAP error message ME370 ("No checking rule entered for combination of doc. type/supplying plant") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase requisitions or purchase orders. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid checking rule for the specified combination of document type and supplying plant when trying to perform a certain operation, such as creating or processing a purchase requisition or order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the necessary configuration for the checking rules in the purchasing module is not set up correctly. This can happen if the document type or supplying plant is not defined in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be valid for the supplying plant in question.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the purchasing process, they may not be handling the document type and supplying plant combination correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for purchasing (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Document Types.
  Ensure that the document type you are using is correctly configured and that there is a checking rule defined for the combination of document type and supplying plant.
  Also, check under Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Requisition > Define Document Types for requisitions if applicable.
  
  
  
  Define Checking Rules:
  
  In the same configuration area, look for the section related to checking rules (e.g., Define Checking Rules for Purchase Orders).
  Ensure that there is a checking rule defined for the specific document type and supplying plant combination.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type and Plant:
  
  Verify that the document type and supplying plant you are using are correct and exist in the system.
  Check if the supplying plant is active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with Functional Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue through configuration, consult with your SAP functional team or a consultant who specializes in the Materials Management module. They may need to review the configuration in detail or check for any custom developments that could be affecting the process.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the purchasing documents can be processed as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to purchasing configuration for more detailed guidance on setting up document types and checking rules.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the ME370 error in your SAP system.