How To Fix MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG005 - Unique product identifier is missing for the item at position &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG - Extractor Log Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Unique product identifier is missing for the item at position &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG005 - Unique product identifier is missing for the item at position & ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG005 indicates that a unique product identifier (such as a Material Number or a Product ID) is missing for an item in a purchasing document, such as a purchase order or a shopping cart. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with catalog items or external procurement.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Material Number: The item in question does not have a valid material number or product identifier associated with it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to handle the product identifiers for the specific catalog or procurement process.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the omission of the product identifier.
  Catalog Issues: If the item is being sourced from an external catalog, there may be issues with the catalog data itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Details: Review the item at the specified position in the purchasing document. Ensure that a valid material number or product identifier is entered.
  Update Catalog Data: If the item is from an external catalog, verify that the catalog data is complete and correctly configured in SAP. You may need to contact the catalog provider or your internal catalog management team.
  Material Master Maintenance: If the item should have a material number, ensure that the material master record is created and maintained correctly in SAP.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in SAP related to the procurement process and catalog integration. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place to handle product identifiers.
  User Training: If data entry errors are common, consider providing additional training to users on how to properly enter and manage product identifiers in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) to check and update the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP Help for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing product identifier and ensuring that all related data is correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG005.