How To Fix MM_PUR_SES168 - A manufacturer part number exists for material &1 of PO item &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: A manufacturer part number exists for material &1 of PO item &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES168 - A manufacturer part number exists for material &1 of PO item &2. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES168 indicates that there is a manufacturer part number (MPN) associated with a material in a purchase order (PO) item. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a purchase order item that has a manufacturer part number linked to it, but the system is unable to process the request due to certain conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Manufacturer Part Number: The material in question already has a manufacturer part number assigned to it, which may conflict with the current operation you are trying to perform (e.g., creating or changing a PO).
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or the manufacturer part number.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow for certain operations when a manufacturer part number is present.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Manufacturer Part Number: Verify the manufacturer part number associated with the material in the PO. Ensure that it is correct and that you are using the right part number for the intended operation.
  Review PO Item Details: Look at the details of the purchase order item to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  Consult Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the material in question. Ensure that the manufacturer part number is correctly maintained and that there are no conflicting entries.
  Adjust PO Item: If you are trying to change the PO item, consider whether you need to remove the manufacturer part number or adjust the item in a way that is compatible with the existing MPN.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to manage purchase orders.
  Material Master: Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data and check the manufacturer part number.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting with the purchase order.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_SES168 error and proceed with your purchase order activities.