How To Fix MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG093 - Prod. desc. empty for &1 or more items; prod. no. was transferred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG - Extractor Log Messages

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Prod. desc. empty for &1 or more items; prod. no. was transferred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG093 - Prod. desc. empty for &1 or more items; prod. no. was transferred ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG093 indicates that there is an issue with the product description being empty for one or more items in a purchasing document or a related transaction. This error typically occurs in the context of procurement processes, such as when creating or processing purchase orders, purchase requisitions, or other related documents.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Missing Product Description: The product description for the specified material number (indicated by &1 in the error message) is not maintained in the material master data.
  Data Transfer Issues: There may be issues with data transfer from one system to another, leading to incomplete or missing information.
  Material Master Configuration: The material master may not be properly configured, or the relevant views (like purchasing or basic data) may not be filled out completely.
  Incorrect Material Number: The material number being referenced may not exist or may have been incorrectly entered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM03).
  Enter the material number that is causing the issue and check the relevant views (especially the Basic Data and Purchasing views) to ensure that the product description is filled in.
  
  
  
  Maintain Product Description:
  
  If the product description is missing, you can maintain it by using transaction code MM02 to update the material master data.
  Ensure that the description is entered in the appropriate language and is saved.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Transfer:
  
  If the error occurs during data transfer (e.g., from an external system), check the data mapping and ensure that all required fields are being transferred correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Material Existence:
  
  Ensure that the material number exists in the system and is active. If the material has been deleted or is inactive, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP support team or IT department for further assistance. They may need to check for any underlying issues in the system configuration or data integrity.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME51N: Create Purchase Requisition
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and procurement processes for best practices in maintaining material master data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message MMPUR_CAT_EXTR_LGMSG093.