How To Fix ME710 - Purchase order & is not a stock transport order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 710

• Message text: Purchase order & is not a stock transport order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME710 - Purchase order & is not a stock transport order ?

  The SAP error message ME710 typically indicates that there is an issue with the purchase order (PO) you are trying to process. The message states that the purchase order is not recognized as a stock transport order (STO), which is a specific type of order used for transferring stock between different plants within the same company.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect PO Type: The purchase order you are trying to use is not set up as a stock transport order. This can happen if the PO was created with the wrong document type.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to recognize the PO as a stock transport order.
  Missing or Incorrect Settings: The settings in the material master or the purchasing info record may not be set up to allow for stock transport orders.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type used for the PO may not be allowed for stock transport orders in the system configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check PO Type: Verify that the purchase order is created with the correct document type for stock transport orders. The document type for STOs is typically "UB" (Stock Transport Order).
  Create a New PO: If the current PO is not set up correctly, you may need to create a new purchase order with the correct type.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that stock transport orders are enabled and properly set up. This may involve checking the following:
  
  Transaction code SPRO: Navigate to the relevant configuration settings for purchasing and stock transport orders.
  Ensure that the document types and number ranges are correctly defined.
  
  
  Material Master Settings: Ensure that the material master records for the items involved are set up correctly for stock transport orders. Check the following:
  
  The "Stock Type" should be set to allow for stock transport.
  The relevant plants should be configured to allow stock transport.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to stock transport orders.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to stock transport orders and the ME710 error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage stock transport orders.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in purchasing and inventory management within SAP.