How To Fix MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ119 - Enter a valid follow-on document type for item &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Enter a valid follow-on document type for item &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ119 - Enter a valid follow-on document type for item &1. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ119 typically occurs in the context of procurement processes, particularly when dealing with follow-on documents in the Materials Management (MM) module. This error indicates that the system expects a valid follow-on document type for a specific item, but the provided document type is either invalid or not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type specified for the follow-on document is not recognized by the system.
  Configuration Issues: The follow-on document type may not be configured in the system for the specific item category or purchasing document type.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for the follow-on document type may not have been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category of the document may not support the specified follow-on document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SPRO transaction under:
  
  Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Document Types.
  
  
  
  Review Item Category: Ensure that the item category of the document supports the follow-on document type you are trying to use. You can check this in the configuration settings for item categories.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: If the document type is valid but not configured for the specific item category, you may need to add it in the configuration settings. This can be done in:
  
  Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Item Categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific document types and item categories to ensure you are using them correctly.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process the follow-on document.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP MM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.