How To Fix MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ064 - Origin flag of external sourcing project is marked as internal.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Origin flag of external sourcing project is marked as internal.

What causes this issue?

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

The origin flag of the externally created sourcing project is set to
"Internal".

System Response

How to fix this error?

Set the origin flag of the sourcing project to "External".

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ064 - Origin flag of external sourcing project is marked as internal. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ064 indicates that the origin flag of an external sourcing project is incorrectly marked as internal. This typically occurs in the context of procurement and sourcing projects within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with sourcing projects that are intended to be external but have been incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The sourcing project may have been set up with the wrong origin flag. The system expects the project to be marked as external, but it is marked as internal.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the sourcing project, the user may have inadvertently set the origin flag to internal.
  System Settings: There may be system settings or configurations that enforce certain rules regarding the origin of sourcing projects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Sourcing Project Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the sourcing project in question.
  Verify the settings related to the origin flag.
  Ensure that the origin is set to external if that is the intended configuration.
  
  
  
  Modify the Project:
  
  If the project is incorrectly marked, you can change the origin flag from internal to external.
  Save the changes and try to execute the process again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to sourcing projects to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for setting up and managing these projects.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the sourcing project. If not, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes or Updates:
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes regarding this error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and making necessary changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME31K (Create Sourcing Project) or ME32K (Change Sourcing Project) to manage sourcing projects effectively.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ064 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in creating and managing sourcing projects are adequately trained on the system and understand the implications of the origin flag settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your sourcing projects are configured correctly.