How To Fix MILL_CPP004 - No purchasing info record exists for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MILL_CPP - Messages for converting planned order into purchase order

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No purchasing info record exists for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MILL_CPP004 - No purchasing info record exists for & ?

  The SAP error message MILL_CPP004 indicates that there is no purchasing info record available for the specified material and vendor combination. This error typically occurs when trying to create a purchase order or perform a related purchasing activity in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Info Record: The primary cause of this error is that there is no purchasing info record (PIR) created for the material and vendor combination you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Material or Vendor: The material number or vendor number entered may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the material not being set up correctly in the system.
  Purchasing Organization: The purchasing organization may not be correctly assigned to the vendor or material.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a Purchasing Info Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code ME11 (Create Info Record).
  Enter the necessary details such as the material number, vendor number, and purchasing organization.
  Fill in the required fields and save the info record.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Info Records:
  
  Use transaction code ME12 (Change Info Record) or ME13 (Display Info Record) to check if an info record exists for the material and vendor.
  If it exists, ensure that it is valid and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Material and Vendor:
  
  Double-check the material number and vendor number for any typos or errors.
  Ensure that the material is created in the system and is active.
  
  
  
  Check Purchasing Organization:
  
  Ensure that the purchasing organization is correctly assigned to the vendor and that the vendor is set up for the relevant purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Consult with Master Data Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your master data management team to ensure that all necessary records are created and maintained correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME11: Create Purchasing Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchasing Info Record
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  ME1M: Display Info Records by Material
  ME1L: Display Info Records by Vendor
  
  
  
  Master Data: Ensure that both material master and vendor master data are correctly maintained in the system.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on purchasing info records and their importance in the procurement process.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MILL_CPP004 error and proceed with your purchasing activities in SAP.