How To Fix ME518 - In the case of items with account assignment, please enter a plant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 518

• Message text: In the case of items with account assignment, please enter a plant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME518 - In the case of items with account assignment, please enter a plant ?

  The SAP error message ME518 indicates that when you are trying to create or process a purchase order (PO) or a purchase requisition (PR) that includes items with account assignment, the system requires you to specify a plant. This is a common issue when dealing with materials that are linked to specific plants in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The item in the purchase order or requisition has an account assignment category that requires a plant to be specified (e.g., cost center, internal order).
  The plant field is either left blank or not filled in correctly for the line item that requires it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ME518 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment Category: Identify the account assignment category of the item that is causing the error. Common categories include:
  
  K (Cost Center)
  P (Project)
  A (Asset)
  O (Order)
  
  
  
  Enter Plant Information:
  
  Go to the line item in the purchase order or requisition.
  Ensure that the "Plant" field is filled in. This is usually found in the item details section.
  If you are using a specific account assignment category, make sure that the plant is relevant to that category.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data: If the plant is still not being accepted, check the material master data for the item. Ensure that the material is set up for the plant you are trying to assign.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to enter or modify the plant information in the purchase order or requisition.
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you continue to experience issues, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP administrator or support team to ensure that there are no configuration issues or restrictions in place.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to access the relevant documents.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on account assignment categories and their requirements.
  Training: If you are new to SAP, consider undergoing training on procurement processes and how to handle account assignments effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME518 error and successfully process your purchase order or requisition.