How To Fix MEPO049 - If only one account assignment item, choose "Single Account Assignment"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 049

• Message text: If only one account assignment item, choose "Single Account Assignment"

What causes this issue?

When entering an account assignment, you chose multiple account
assignment (either <LS>quantity-based</> or <LS>percentage</>), but you
have only entered one account assignment item.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

If required, enter further account assignment items.
If you do not want to enter any further account assignments, choose
"single account assignment" in the <LS>Distribution</> field.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO049 - If only one account assignment item, choose "Single Account Assignment" ?

  The SAP error message MEPO049 typically occurs in the context of creating or processing purchase orders or purchase requisitions when there is an issue with account assignment. The message indicates that if there is only one account assignment item in the document, the system expects you to choose the "Single Account Assignment" option.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a purchase order or requisition that has only one account assignment item.
  The system is configured to require a specific selection for account assignment when there is only one item, and you have not made that selection.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MEPO049 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment: Ensure that you have only one account assignment item in your document. If there are multiple items, you may need to adjust them accordingly.
  
  
  Select "Single Account Assignment": If there is indeed only one account assignment item, you should select the "Single Account Assignment" option in the account assignment tab or section of the purchase order or requisition.
  
  
  Review Document Structure: If you are unsure about the account assignment items, review the structure of your document to confirm that it aligns with the expected format.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are still facing issues, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or guidelines for handling account assignments, as there may be specific configurations or requirements in place.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide further assistance based on your specific SAP configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Account Assignment Categories: Familiarize yourself with the different account assignment categories in SAP (e.g., cost center, internal order, project, etc.) to ensure you are using the correct one for your transaction.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the MEPO049 error, as there may be patches or updates that address this specific error.
  Training and Documentation: If you are new to SAP or the purchasing module, consider undergoing training or reviewing documentation to better understand how account assignments work in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MEPO049 error and proceed with your purchasing activities in SAP.