How To Fix MM_PUR_REQN020 - Choose different Address Type or clear value in Storage Location field

MM_PUR_REQN020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_REQN - Purchase Requisition

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Choose different Address Type or clear value in Storage Location field

What causes this issue?

You cannot choose <LS>Address Type </>as Plant, as you have maintained a
value in the <LS>Storage Location</> field.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can do one of the following:
+,,If you wish to enter the delivery address manually, choose
<LS>Address Type </>as ?User Entry?
+,,If you wish to maintain the Plant address as delivery address, clear
the value maintained in the <LS>Storage Location</> field

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_REQN020 - Choose different Address Type or clear value in Storage Location field ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_REQN020 typically occurs in the context of creating or processing purchase requisitions. This error indicates that there is an issue with the address type or the storage location specified in the purchase requisition. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Address Type Issue: The error suggests that the address type associated with the vendor or the material is not compatible with the storage location specified. This can happen if the address type is not set up correctly in the vendor master data or if it does not match the requirements of the storage location.
  
  
  Storage Location Field: The storage location field may have a value that is not valid for the selected address type. This can occur if the storage location is not assigned to the plant or if it is not configured properly in the system.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master