How To Fix MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ138 - Purchasing organization &2 for plant &1 on item &3 doesn't exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Purchasing organization &2 for plant &1 on item &3 doesn't exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ138 - Purchasing organization &2 for plant &1 on item &3 doesn't exist. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ138 indicates that there is an issue with the purchasing organization configuration for a specific plant and item in the system. This error typically arises in the context of procurement processes, particularly when trying to create or manage purchasing documents such as purchase orders or contracts.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The purchasing organization specified in the error message is not configured for the plant mentioned. This could be due to a lack of assignment in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The purchasing organization, plant, or item number may have been entered incorrectly in the transaction.
  Master Data Issues: The material master or vendor master data may not be properly set up for the specified purchasing organization and plant combination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the following path:
  Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Assign Purchasing Organization to Plant
  
  Ensure that the purchasing organization is correctly assigned to the plant in question.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the purchasing organization, plant, and item number entered in the transaction to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master record for the item in question to ensure it is set up for the correct purchasing organization and plant.
  Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master and verify the relevant views (e.g., Purchasing view).
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Master:
  
  If applicable, ensure that the vendor master data is also correctly set up for the purchasing organization and plant.
  Use transaction code XK03 to view the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP configuration team or system administrator to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  MM03: Display Material Master
  XK03: Display Vendor Master
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on purchasing organization and plant configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MM_PUR_SRCGPROJ138 error message.