How To Fix ML102 - Main criterion not defined for purchasing organization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ML - Purchasing: Supplier Evaluation

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Main criterion not defined for purchasing organization

How to fix this error?

Please check your input.
If you want to create the main criterion for the
<GL:purchasing_organization>purchasing organization</>, please maintain
the settings in MM Customizing (Purchasing) or consult your system
administrator.

<DS:TRAN.OMGI>Proceed</>
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ML102 - Main criterion not defined for purchasing organization ?

  The SAP error message ML102, which states "Main criterion not defined for purchasing organization," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) when there is an issue with the configuration of the purchasing organization related to the material master data.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The main criterion for the purchasing organization has not been defined in the system. This criterion is essential for the system to determine how to process purchasing information for materials.
  
  
  Material Master Data Issues: The material master record may not have the necessary purchasing data maintained for the specific purchasing organization.
  
  
  Purchasing Info Record: There may be a lack of purchasing info records that link the material to the vendor for the specific purchasing organization.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ML102 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the purchasing organization in the SAP system.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO > Enterprise Structure > Definition > Materials Management > Define Purchasing Organization.
  Ensure that the main criterion is defined for the purchasing organization in question.
  
  
  
  Maintain Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master record.
  Ensure that the purchasing data is correctly maintained for the relevant purchasing organization.
  Check the "Purchasing" view and ensure that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Purchasing Info Records:
  
  Use transaction code ME11 to create a new purchasing info record or ME12 to update an existing one.
  Ensure that the info record links the material to the vendor for the specific purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the purchasing organization and material master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record), ME12 (Change Purchasing Info Record).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to access and modify the purchasing organization and material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ML102 error and ensure that the purchasing organization is correctly configured in your SAP system.