How To Fix MEPO013 - &1 held under the number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 013

• Message text: &1 held under the number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO013 - &1 held under the number &2 ?

  The SAP error message MEPO013 typically indicates that a purchase order (PO) or a related document is being held or blocked for some reason. The message format usually looks like this: "MEPO013: Document &1 held under number &2." 
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Blocked Purchase Order: The purchase order may be blocked for various reasons, such as missing approvals, budget issues, or other compliance checks.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing in the purchase order or related documents.
  Status Issues: The document may be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., it may be in a "Held" status).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to process the document.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MEPO013 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the purchase order or related document in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., ME23N for display) and checking the document's status.
  
  
  Review Block Reasons: If the document is blocked, check the reasons for the block. This can often be found in the document details or by consulting with your procurement or finance team.
  
  
  Complete Missing Data: Ensure that all required fields and data are filled out correctly. This may involve adding missing information or correcting any errors.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to process the document. If not, contact your system administrator or manager to obtain the required access.
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments: If the issue persists, consult with the procurement, finance, or IT departments to understand any specific business rules or configurations that may be causing the hold.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to make necessary changes or review the document.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on purchase order processing and error handling.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.