How To Fix MM_PUR_SES051 - CanÆt create SES, SenderBusinessSystemID must be maintained first.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: CanÆt create SES, SenderBusinessSystemID must be maintained first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES051 - CanÆt create SES, SenderBusinessSystemID must be maintained first. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES051 indicates that the system is unable to create a Service Entry Sheet (SES) because the SenderBusinessSystemID has not been maintained. This error typically occurs in the context of service procurement processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with external services.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the SenderBusinessSystemID is not set up in the system. This ID is necessary for the system to identify the business system that is sending the service entry sheet request. Without this information, the system cannot process the SES.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the SenderBusinessSystemID in the relevant configuration settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Services -> Service Entry Sheet -> Define Sender Business System
  
  
  
  
  Maintain Sender Business System:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will need to define the Sender Business System ID.
  Ensure that the Sender Business System ID is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate purchasing organization or other relevant entities.
  
  
  
  Check Related Settings:
  
  Ensure that all related settings for service procurement are correctly configured, including the service master data and purchasing info records.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After maintaining the Sender Business System ID, try to create the Service Entry Sheet again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or ML81N (Create Service Entry Sheet) to test the functionality after making the necessary changes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on service procurement and SES processes.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create SES and access the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any underlying issues or additional configurations that may be required.