How To Fix MEPO083 - Choose a source of supply

MEPO083 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Choose a source of supply

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MEPO083 - Details

• The SAP error message MEPO083 ("Choose a source of supply") typically occurs in the context of purchasing and procurement processes, particularly when trying to create or process a purchase order or a purchase requisition. This error indicates that the system could not find a valid source of supply for the materials or services you are trying to procure.
  Causes of MEPO083
  
  
  No Source of Supply Defined: The most common cause is that there is no source of supply (vendor, contract, or scheduling agreement) defined for the material in the system.
  
  
  Source List Not Maintained: If a source list is required for the material and it has not been maintained, the system will not be able to find a valid source.
  
  
  Invalid or Inactive Vendor: The vendor associated with the material may be inactive or not valid for the purchasing organization.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be set up correctly, or