How To Fix MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR062 - Plant cannot be empty for reinitiating source list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR - Messages in Central Purchase Contract

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Plant cannot be empty for reinitiating source list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR062 - Plant cannot be empty for reinitiating source list ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR062 indicates that the plant field cannot be empty when trying to reinitiate the source list for a material. This error typically occurs in the context of materials management and procurement processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create or modify a source list for a material without specifying a plant. In SAP, the source list is plant-specific, meaning that each plant can have different sources of supply for the same material. If the plant is not specified, the system cannot determine where to apply the source list.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the plant is specified when you are trying to reinitiate the source list. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Check the Transaction: Make sure you are in the correct transaction for maintaining the source list (e.g., transaction code ME01 for creating a source list or ME02 for changing it).
  
  
  Enter Plant Information: When you are prompted to enter the details for the source list, ensure that you fill in the plant field with the appropriate plant code.
  
  
  Verify Material and Plant: Ensure that the material you are working with is valid for the specified plant. You can check this in the material master data (transaction code MM03).
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify source lists for the specified plant.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings for source lists in the SAP system. This may involve consulting with your SAP MM (Materials Management) team or system administrator.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Source List: A source list in SAP is used to specify the sources of supply for a material over a certain period. It can include information about vendors, purchasing info records, and other relevant details.
  Material Master: The material master contains all the information related to a material, including its plant-specific data. Ensure that the material is set up correctly for the plant you are working with.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME01: Create Source List
  ME02: Change Source List
  ME03: Display Source List
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Notes: If you encounter persistent issues, consider checking SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to source list management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully reinitiate the source list for the material in question.