How To Fix MM_PUR_SES140 - RefDoc Account Assignment &1 does not exist for purchase order item &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: RefDoc Account Assignment &1 does not exist for purchase order item &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES140 - RefDoc Account Assignment &1 does not exist for purchase order item &2. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES140 indicates that there is an issue with the account assignment for a purchase order item. Specifically, it means that the reference document (RefDoc) account assignment does not exist for the specified purchase order item. This error typically arises in the context of purchasing and materials management when trying to process a purchase order that has an account assignment type that requires a reference document, but that reference document is not found or is not valid.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Reference Document: The reference document (such as a purchase requisition or another purchase order) that the account assignment is supposed to refer to does not exist or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment type used in the purchase order item may not be correctly configured or may not match the expected reference document.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the reference document.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Reference Document: Verify that the reference document exists and is valid. If it has been deleted or is incorrect, you may need to create a new reference document or correct the existing one.
  Review Account Assignment: Ensure that the account assignment type used in the purchase order item is appropriate and correctly configured. Check the settings in the material master and the purchasing info record.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies in the data. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to perform this check.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the reference document. If not, the user may need to be granted additional permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to review the purchase order details and check the account assignment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.