How To Fix MM235 - The special procurement key &2 does not exist for plant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 235

• Message text: The special procurement key &2 does not exist for plant &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM235 - The special procurement key &2 does not exist for plant &1 ?

  The SAP error message MM235 indicates that there is an issue with the special procurement key that is being referenced for a specific plant. This error typically occurs in the context of materials management, particularly when dealing with procurement types or special procurement scenarios.
  Cause:
  The error message MM235 is triggered when:
  
  The special procurement key specified in the material master or purchasing info record does not exist in the system for the specified plant.
  The special procurement key may have been deleted or not created for the plant in question.
  There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the material master or procurement configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM235 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Special Procurement Key:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) for the material in question and check the "Purchasing" or "MRP" views to see if the special procurement key is correctly entered.
  Ensure that the special procurement key is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify the Special Procurement Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Navigate to the relevant section for special procurement keys (usually under Materials Management > Purchasing > Special Procurement Types).
  Check if the special procurement key exists for the specified plant and if it is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify the Special Procurement Key:
  
  If the special procurement key does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the configuration settings mentioned above.
  If it exists but is not correctly set up for the plant, you may need to modify it to ensure it is applicable.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the special procurement key entered in the material master or purchasing info record.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the special procurement keys and their configurations, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  ME11: Create Purchasing Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  
  Special Procurement Types:
  
  Special procurement types can include scenarios like consignment, subcontracting, stock transfer, etc. Each type has specific configurations and implications for procurement processes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the MM235 error message, as there may be patches or updates that address specific scenarios.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the MM235 error in your SAP system.