How To Fix MEEXTFU029 - Release request for purchase requisition sent to external system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEEXTFU - MMPUR Messages Re Enhanced Functions

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Release request for purchase requisition sent to external system

What causes this issue?

Release requests for the selected purchase requisitions have been sent
to the external system

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEEXTFU029 - Release request for purchase requisition sent to external system ?

  The SAP error message MEEXTFU029 indicates that a release request for a purchase requisition has been sent to an external system, but there may be issues with the processing or communication between SAP and that external system. This error typically arises in scenarios where SAP is integrated with other systems for procurement processes, such as Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or other third-party applications.
  Cause:
  
  Integration Issues: There may be a problem with the integration setup between SAP and the external system, such as incorrect configuration or connectivity issues.
  External System Errors: The external system may be down, misconfigured, or unable to process the request due to its own internal errors.
  Data Issues: The data being sent to the external system may be incomplete, incorrect, or not in the expected format, leading to rejection or failure in processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary permissions to send requests to the external system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Integration Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the integration between SAP and the external system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up.
  Monitor External System: Check the status of the external system to ensure it is operational. Look for any error logs or messages that might indicate why the request was not processed.
  Validate Data: Review the data being sent in the release request to ensure it meets the requirements of the external system. Correct any discrepancies or missing information.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user or system account sending the request has the necessary permissions to perform the action.
  Error Logs: Check SAP error logs (transaction SLG1) and the external system's logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insight into the issue.
  Retry the Request: If the issue was temporary, retry sending the release request after addressing any identified problems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to check the status of the requisition and ME5A (Purchase Requisitions: List Display) to view all requisitions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the external system to understand its requirements and limitations regarding incoming requests from SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or the support team for the external system to further diagnose and resolve the problem.