How To Fix MEOUT104 - 'Plant' field (WERKS) not populated although plant item condition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEOUT - New Business Logic for Outline Agreements

• Message number: 104

• Message text: 'Plant' field (WERKS) not populated although plant item condition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEOUT104 - 'Plant' field (WERKS) not populated although plant item condition ?

  The SAP error message MEOUT104 indicates that the 'Plant' field (WERKS) is not populated, even though there is a condition that requires it to be filled. This error typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, where the plant information is essential for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Plant Data: The most common cause is that the plant field is not filled in the relevant document (e.g., purchase order, purchase requisition).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not set up correctly, leading to the plant field not being populated automatically.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or vendor master data may not have the necessary plant information maintained.
  User Input Error: Users may have overlooked entering the plant information when creating the document.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Entry: Ensure that the plant field is filled in the purchasing document. If it is missing, enter the appropriate plant code.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the purchasing module to ensure that the plant field is set to be mandatory where necessary. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Document Types.
  
  
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that the material master and vendor master records have the correct plant information. You can check this using transactions like MM03 (Material Master) and XK03 (Vendor Master).
  Check Condition Records: If the error is related to condition records, ensure that the condition records are correctly set up for the relevant plant and that they are active.
  User Training: Provide training to users on the importance of entering the plant information and how to do it correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), and ME3L (Display Info Records).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the plant field is being cleared or not populated.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MEOUT104 error and ensure that the plant field is populated correctly in your purchasing documents.