How To Fix MM_PUR_REQN009 - You cannot add new items or influence the approval of PR &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_REQN - Purchase Requisition

• Message number: 009

• Message text: You cannot add new items or influence the approval of PR &

What causes this issue?

Using this option, you can edit the details of a purchase requisition.

System Response

While editing you cannot add new items to the PR. The status of items in
the purchase requisition or the approval process defined for the
purchase requisition will remain the same as it was before editing.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_REQN009 - You cannot add new items or influence the approval of PR & ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_REQN009 indicates that you cannot add new items or influence the approval of a Purchase Requisition (PR) due to certain restrictions or conditions set within the system. This error typically arises in the context of managing purchase requisitions in the Materials Management (MM) module of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Approval Workflow: The purchase requisition may be in a status where it is already being processed for approval. Once a PR is in this state, modifications such as adding new items may be restricted.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the purchase requisition. This can be due to role restrictions or missing permissions.
  Document Type Settings: Certain document types may have specific settings that restrict changes after a certain point in the approval process.
  Status of the PR: The PR might be in a status that does not allow changes, such as "Approved" or "Completed."
  Custom Configuration: There may be custom configurations in the SAP system that enforce restrictions on modifying purchase requisitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check PR Status: Verify the status of the purchase requisition. If it is in an approved state, you may need to create a new PR or request changes through the appropriate channels.
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to modify the PR. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Consult Workflow: If the PR is in an approval workflow, consult with the workflow administrator to understand the process and whether changes can be made.
  Use Change Functionality: If the PR is not locked, use the appropriate transaction (e.g., ME52N) to attempt to change the requisition. If it is locked, you may need to wait until the approval process is complete.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you believe it is due to a system error or misconfiguration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition), and ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on purchase requisition processes and approval workflows to better understand the limitations and configurations that may apply.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.