How To Fix ME718 - Item & of purchasing document & has company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 718

• Message text: Item & of purchasing document & has company code &

What causes this issue?

The <GL:company_code>company code</> determined by the system for the
<GL:plant>plant</> differs from the company code of the
<GL:account_assignment>account assignment item</> in the purchasing
document.

How to fix this error?

Is the correct <GL:valuation_area>valuation area</> defined for the
plant in table T001W?

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

Has the valuation area in table T001K been allocated to the correct
company code?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME718 - Item & of purchasing document & has company code & ?

  The SAP error message ME718 typically indicates that there is an issue with a purchasing document, specifically related to the item and company code mentioned in the error message. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or change a purchase order, or when processing a goods receipt.
  Cause:
  The ME718 error message can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The purchasing document may have missing or incorrect data, such as the company code, item details, or vendor information.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies between the purchasing document and the master data (e.g., vendor master, material master).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process the purchasing document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system related to purchasing or company code settings.
  Document Status: The purchasing document may be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., blocked, deleted).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ME718 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Purchasing Document: Review the purchasing document for any missing or incorrect information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify Master Data: Check the vendor master and material master data for consistency. Ensure that the vendor is valid for the specified company code and that the material is correctly set up.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to process the purchasing document. If not, contact your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for purchasing and company codes in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  Document Status: Check the status of the purchasing document. If it is blocked or in a status that prevents processing, you may need to resolve the issue causing the blockage.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions for the specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to review and modify the purchasing document.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal can provide additional documentation and troubleshooting steps related to purchasing documents and error messages.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community can also be helpful, as other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.