How To Fix MEPO117 - Purchase requisition &1 is parked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Purchase requisition &1 is parked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO117 - Purchase requisition &1 is parked ?

  The SAP error message MEPO117 indicates that a purchase requisition (PR) is parked. This means that the PR has been saved in a temporary state and is not yet fully processed or approved. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Parked Document: The purchase requisition has been parked, which typically occurs when the document is incomplete or requires further approval before it can be processed.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to unpark or process the parked document.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing, leading to the requisition being parked.
  Workflow Issues: If the PR is part of a workflow, it may be parked due to pending approvals or other workflow-related issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unpark the Purchase Requisition:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) or ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition).
  Enter the requisition number and check the status. If it is parked, you may need to unpark it.
  Use the transaction code ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to unpark the document if you have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Data:
  
  Review the purchase requisition for any missing mandatory fields. Ensure all required information is filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to process or unpark purchase requisitions. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Workflow Monitoring:
  
  If the PR is part of a workflow, check the workflow status to see if it is pending approval. You may need to follow up with the approver or check the workflow logs for any issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling parked documents.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME51N: Create Purchase Requisition
  ME52N: Change Purchase Requisition
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  ME54N: Release Purchase Requisition
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to parked purchase requisitions.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP Help for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MEPO117 error and successfully process the purchase requisition.