How To Fix MEPO153 - Supplier address could not be copied from reference document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Supplier address could not be copied from reference document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO153 - Supplier address could not be copied from reference document ?

  The SAP error message MEPO153, which states "Supplier address could not be copied from reference document," typically occurs in the context of creating or processing purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, where the system is trying to copy supplier information from a reference document (like a purchase order or contract) but encounters an issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Supplier Address: The reference document may not have a valid supplier address maintained in the vendor master data.
  Vendor Master Data Issues: The vendor master record may be incomplete or not properly set up, particularly the address details.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on copying address information.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data between the reference document and the current document being created.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the purchasing module that affect how supplier addresses are handled.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master record (transaction code XK03 or MK03) and ensure that the address details are complete and correct.
  Make sure that the vendor is active and not blocked.
  
  
  
  Review Reference Document:
  
  Check the reference document to ensure that it has a valid supplier address. If the address is missing or incorrect, you may need to update it.
  
  
  
  Document Type Settings:
  
  Review the configuration for the document type you are using to ensure that it allows for copying of supplier addresses. This can be checked in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the data between the reference document and the new document. This may involve checking for any changes in vendor details or document settings.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction code SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XK03 - Display Vendor
  MK03 - Display Vendor (Purchasing)
  ME21N - Create Purchase Order
  ME31K - Create Contract
  SPRO - Customizing settings
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to MEPO153. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  User Forums: 
  
  Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MEPO153 error and implement a solution to resolve it.