How To Fix MM_PUR_SES067 - Account assignment category &1 differs from purchase order item &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 067

• Message text: Account assignment category &1 differs from purchase order item &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES067 - Account assignment category &1 differs from purchase order item &2. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES067 indicates that there is a mismatch between the account assignment category of a purchase order item and the account assignment category specified in the purchase requisition or the purchase order item being processed. This typically occurs in the context of purchasing and procurement processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Account Assignment Categories: The account assignment category defined in the purchase order item (e.g., 'K' for cost center, 'P' for project, etc.) does not match the account assignment category specified in the purchase requisition or the item being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not align with the requirements of the purchasing documents.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when creating or modifying purchase orders or requisitions can lead to this mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment Categories: Review the account assignment categories for both the purchase order item and the purchase requisition. Ensure they match. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the purchase order (ME23N) and checking the item details.
  Checking the purchase requisition (ME53N) for the corresponding item.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Purchase Order or Requisition: If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust either the purchase order or the purchase requisition to ensure that the account assignment categories are consistent. This can involve:
  
  Changing the account assignment category in the purchase order to match the requisition.
  Alternatively, if the requisition is incorrect, you may need to modify it to align with the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the account assignment categories are correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking the configuration in the following areas:
  
  SPRO settings for purchasing and account assignment categories.
  Ensure that the relevant document types and item categories are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  User Training: If data entry errors are common, consider providing additional training to users involved in the procurement process to minimize future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  ME53N: Display Purchase Requisition
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME41: Create Request for Quotation
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on account assignment categories and their implications in purchasing processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_SES067 error and ensure that your purchasing documents are correctly aligned.