How To Fix MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ063 - Maintain external sourcing project reference.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ - Message class of MM PUR Sourcing Project

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Maintain external sourcing project reference.

What causes this issue?

Sourcing project origin is set to external, but sourcing project
reference is not maintained.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Maintain sourcing project reference.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ063 - Maintain external sourcing project reference. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ063 indicates that there is a requirement to maintain an external sourcing project reference in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of procurement processes, particularly when dealing with sourcing projects or when creating purchase requisitions or purchase orders that are linked to a sourcing project.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing External Sourcing Project Reference: The system requires a reference to an external sourcing project, but it has not been provided in the relevant document (e.g., purchase requisition or purchase order).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for sourcing projects may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where the sourcing project reference was not entered or was entered incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Maintain External Sourcing Project Reference:
  
  Navigate to the relevant document (e.g., purchase requisition or purchase order).
  Check if there is a field for the external sourcing project reference.
  Enter the correct external sourcing project reference.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for external sourcing projects is correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP customizing (transaction SPRO) related to procurement and sourcing projects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the use of external sourcing projects.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain or modify sourcing project references.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME5A (Purchase Requisitions: List Display) to navigate through procurement documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in procurement processes are trained on how to properly maintain sourcing project references and understand the importance of this data in the procurement workflow.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ063 error and maintain the necessary external sourcing project references in your SAP system.