How To Fix MEPO146 - Consumption postings for item &1 not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Consumption postings for item &1 not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO146 - Consumption postings for item &1 not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MEPO146, which states "Consumption postings for item &1 not allowed," typically occurs in the context of purchasing and inventory management. This error indicates that there is an issue with the consumption posting for a specific item in a purchase order or a related document.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Item Category Restrictions: The item category associated with the material may not allow consumption postings. Certain item categories are configured in SAP to restrict consumption postings.
  
  
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the purchase order or related document may have settings that prevent consumption postings.
  
  
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may have specific settings that restrict consumption postings, such as the status of the material or the valuation type.
  
  
  Stock Type: The stock type of the item (e.g., unrestricted, blocked, quality inspection) may not allow for consumption postings.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent consumption postings for