How To Fix MEPO851 - You cannot put purchase order for services on hold

MEPO851 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 851

• Message text: You cannot put purchase order for services on hold

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO851 - You cannot put purchase order for services on hold ?

  The SAP error message MEPO851, which states "You cannot put purchase order for services on hold," typically occurs when you attempt to put a purchase order (PO) for services on hold in the SAP system. This error can arise due to specific configurations or business rules related to service procurement in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Service Purchase Orders: The error is specifically related to service purchase orders. In SAP, service purchase orders are treated differently than material purchase orders. Certain functionalities, such as putting a PO on hold, may not be applicable to service orders.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in such a way that it does not allow service POs to be put on hold. This could be due to business rules or settings in the purchasing module.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type of the purchase order may have restrictions that prevent it from being put on hold.
  
  
  Status of the PO: The