How To Fix ME722 - Item & of purchasing document & is not a subcontracting item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 722

• Message text: Item & of purchasing document & is not a subcontracting item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME722 - Item & of purchasing document & is not a subcontracting item ?

  The SAP error message ME722 indicates that the item in question from a purchasing document is not recognized as a subcontracting item. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that is specific to subcontracting, but the item is not set up correctly in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Item Category: The item category for the purchasing document line item is not set to a subcontracting category (e.g., 'L' for subcontracting).
  Material Master Data: The material master record for the item may not be configured as a subcontracting item. This includes missing settings in the purchasing view or the material type.
  Document Type: The purchasing document type may not support subcontracting.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the item from being recognized as a subcontracting item.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Category: Verify that the item category in the purchasing document is set to a subcontracting category. You can do this by checking the item details in the purchasing document.
  Review Material Master: Go to the material master record for the item and check the purchasing view. Ensure that the material is set up correctly for subcontracting. You may need to set the appropriate fields, such as the procurement type.
  Adjust Document Type: Ensure that the purchasing document type you are using supports subcontracting. If necessary, create a new document type that allows for subcontracting.
  Configuration Review: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings for purchasing and subcontracting to ensure they are correctly set up.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure subcontracting items in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to manage purchasing documents.
  Material Master Transaction: Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master data and ensure the correct settings for subcontracting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify subcontracting items in the system.
  
  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 procurement and materials management.