How To Fix MEPO829 - Purchase requisition put on hold under the number &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 829

• Message text: Purchase requisition put on hold under the number &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO829 - Purchase requisition put on hold under the number & ?

  The SAP error message MEPO829 indicates that a purchase requisition has been put on hold. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Approval Workflow: The purchase requisition may require approval from a designated authority, and it is on hold until the approval is granted.
  Missing Information: Required fields or information may be missing from the purchase requisition, causing it to be put on hold.
  Budget Constraints: The requisition may exceed the available budget or violate budgetary controls, leading to it being placed on hold.
  Vendor Issues: There may be issues related to the vendor, such as the vendor being inactive or not set up correctly in the system.
  Material Availability: If the materials requested are not available or if there are issues with the material master data, the requisition may be put on hold.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Approval Status: Review the approval workflow for the purchase requisition. Ensure that it is routed to the appropriate approver and follow up if necessary.
  Complete Missing Information: Review the purchase requisition for any missing or incorrect information. Ensure all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Budget Review: Check the budget availability and ensure that the requisition does not exceed the allocated budget. If necessary, adjust the budget or modify the requisition.
  Vendor Verification: Verify the vendor's status in the system. Ensure that the vendor is active and properly set up in the vendor master data.
  Material Master Check: Review the material master data for the items in the requisition. Ensure that all necessary data is correct and up to date.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to view the details of the requisition and identify the reason for the hold.
  Workflow Monitoring: Use transaction codes like SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to monitor workflow items and check the status of approvals.
  Budget Management: If budget issues are suspected, you may need to consult with the finance department or use transaction codes related to budget management (e.g., FMAVCR01).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to purchase requisitions being put on hold.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MEPO829 error and take appropriate action to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.