How To Fix MEPO086 - Material can no longer be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Material can no longer be changed

What causes this issue?

The material has been changed manually or rederived through input in
another field (e.g. contract, purchase requisition, ... ).
However, a different value for this field is not allowed because
follow-on documents (possibly including cancelled follow-on documents)
exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO086 - Material can no longer be changed ?

  The SAP error message MEPO086 ("Material can no longer be changed") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, when you attempt to modify a material that has already been processed or is in a status that does not allow changes. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The purchasing document (like a purchase order or contract) may be in a status that prohibits changes, such as being fully delivered, invoiced, or closed.
  Material Master Data: The material may have been flagged for deletion or may have a status that restricts changes.
  Release Strategy: If the document is subject to a release strategy, it may be locked for changes until it is released.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on changes after a certain point in the process.
  Custom Settings: Custom configurations in the SAP system may impose additional restrictions on changing materials.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the purchasing document. If it is fully delivered or invoiced, you may need to create a new document or adjust the existing one through a different process (e.g., credit memo).
  Review Material Master: Check the material master data for any flags or statuses that may prevent changes. If the material is marked for deletion, you may need to remove that flag.
  Release Strategy: If applicable, check if the document is under a release strategy. You may need to release it or consult with your purchasing department to understand the process.
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If you suspect that custom settings are causing the issue, consult with your SAP support team or IT department to review the configurations.
  Create a New Document: If changes are not possible, consider creating a new purchase order or contract with the required changes instead of modifying the existing one.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME22N (Change Purchase Order), ME31K (Create Contract), and ME32K (Change Contract) to navigate the purchasing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the purchasing documents and materials.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation and resolution.