How To Fix MEPO018 - When referencing a contract, please also enter a contract item number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 018

• Message text: When referencing a contract, please also enter a contract item number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO018 - When referencing a contract, please also enter a contract item number ?

  The SAP error message MEPO018 indicates that when you are trying to reference a contract in a purchasing document (like a purchase order or a purchase requisition), you need to provide not only the contract number but also the specific item number associated with that contract. This is a common requirement in SAP to ensure that the system can accurately identify the terms and conditions of the specific line item in the contract.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  You have entered a contract number but have not specified the corresponding item number.
  The system requires both the contract number and the item number to retrieve the correct details from the contract.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  Identify the Contract: Make sure you have the correct contract number that you want to reference.
  Find the Contract Item Number: 
  
  Go to the contract in SAP (transaction code ME33K for display).
  Look for the item numbers associated with the contract. Each contract can have multiple items, and you need to select the correct one.
  
  
  Enter Both Values: When creating or modifying your purchasing document, ensure that you enter both the contract number and the corresponding item number in the appropriate fields.
  Save the Document: After entering the required information, save your document to see if the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME33K: Display Contract
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME51N: Create Purchase Requisition
  
  
  Contract Types: Understand the type of contract you are working with (e.g., framework agreements, service contracts) as this may affect how you reference items.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP training materials for more detailed guidance on working with contracts and purchasing documents.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.