How To Fix MM_PUR_SES123 - Only purchase contract items with single account assignment are allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Only purchase contract items with single account assignment are allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES123 - Only purchase contract items with single account assignment are allowed. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES123 indicates that you are trying to process a purchase contract item that has multiple account assignments, which is not allowed in the context of the operation you are attempting to perform. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a purchase order or a contract that references items with multiple account assignments.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the purchase contract item you are working with is set up with multiple account assignments (e.g., cost centers, internal orders, etc.), but the system expects only single account assignment items for the operation you are trying to perform. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Attempting to create a purchase order from a contract that has items with multiple account assignments.
  Trying to reference a contract item in a transaction that does not support multiple account assignments.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Purchase Contract:
  
  Go to the purchase contract in question and check the account assignment details of the items. Ensure that the items you are trying to use have a single account assignment.
  
  
  
  Modify the Contract Item:
  
  If the contract item has multiple account assignments, consider modifying it to have a single account assignment if that aligns with your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Create a New Contract Item:
  
  If modifying the existing item is not feasible, you may need to create a new purchase contract item with a single account assignment.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to perform (e.g., creating a purchase order) is compatible with the account assignment structure of the contract items.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling account assignments in purchase contracts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Account Assignment Categories: Familiarize yourself with the different account assignment categories in SAP (e.g., cost center, internal order, project) and how they affect purchase contracts and orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify purchase contracts and orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_SES123 error and proceed with your procurement activities in SAP.