How To Fix MEPO601 - &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 601

• Message text: &1 &2 &3 &4

What causes this issue?

This message is based on the definition of a central contract.

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?

For more information about the central contract, log on to your Supplier
Relationship Management (SRM) system.

Procedure for System Administrators

This message was issued by the synchronous eSOA service 'PROXY
PURCHASE_ORDER_SRMPRICING_SIMU'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO601 - &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message MEPO601 typically relates to issues in the context of purchasing documents, particularly when dealing with purchase orders or contracts. The message format usually indicates that there is a problem with the data being processed, and the placeholders (&1, &2, &3, &4) will be replaced with specific information relevant to the error.
  Cause:
  The MEPO601 error can occur due to various reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Required fields in the purchase order or contract may be missing or incorrectly filled out.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for the action you are trying to perform (e.g., a purchase order that is already closed).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the action on the document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the purchasing module that are not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MEPO601 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Document: Review the purchase order or contract for any missing or incorrect data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Verify Document Status: Check the status of the document to ensure it is open and can be modified. If it is closed or completed, you may need to create a new document or adjust the existing one.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the purchasing module is set up correctly and that there are no configuration issues causing the error.
  Check for Notes and Updates: Look for any SAP Notes or updates related to this error message, as there may be patches or fixes available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to navigate and troubleshoot effectively.
  SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the full error message and context.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and user manuals related to purchasing processes for additional guidance on handling errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the MEPO601 error in SAP.