How To Fix ME689 - Messages for doc. & (supplier &, delivery date &)

ME689 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 689

• Message text: Messages for doc. & (supplier &, delivery date &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME689 - Messages for doc. & (supplier &, delivery date &) ?

  The SAP error message ME689 typically relates to issues with purchase orders or procurement documents. This message indicates that there is a problem with the delivery date or the supplier information in the context of a specific document. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Supplier Information: The supplier number may not be valid or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Delivery Date Issues: The delivery date specified in the purchase order may be in the past or not within acceptable limits defined in the system.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for changes or processing.
  Missing Data: Required fields in the purchase order or related documents may be missing or incorrectly filled out.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are preventing the document from being processed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Supplier Information: Verify that