How To Fix MEPO012 - & & put on hold

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 012

• Message text: & & put on hold

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO012 - & & put on hold ?

  The SAP error message MEPO012 typically indicates that a purchase order (PO) or a related document is on hold, which prevents further processing. This can occur for various reasons, such as missing information, approval requirements, or issues with the vendor.
  Cause of MEPO012 Error:
  
  Approval Workflow: The purchase order may require approval from a designated authority before it can be processed further.
  Missing Information: Required fields or data may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the hold status.
  Vendor Issues: There may be issues with the vendor master data, such as the vendor being blocked or inactive.
  Budget Constraints: The purchase order may exceed budget limits set in the system.
  Contractual Issues: There may be issues related to contracts or agreements that need to be resolved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MEPO012 error and remove the hold status, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Approval Status:
  
  Verify if the purchase order is pending approval. If so, follow up with the appropriate personnel to get the necessary approvals.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order Details:
  
  Go through the purchase order to ensure all required fields are filled out correctly. Look for any missing or incorrect information.
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master data to ensure that the vendor is active and not blocked. If the vendor is blocked, you may need to unblock it or select a different vendor.
  
  
  
  Budget Check:
  
  Ensure that the purchase order does not exceed the budget limits. If it does, you may need to adjust the budget or modify the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Contractual Compliance:
  
  Review any related contracts or agreements to ensure compliance. Resolve any issues that may be causing the hold.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your IT department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the details of the purchase order and identify the cause of the hold.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the MEPO012 error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on purchase order processing and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MEPO012 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.