How To Fix MMPUR_CTR_PRPSL005 - Get proposals was not successful. Please check configuration.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_CTR_PRPSL - Contract Proposal

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Get proposals was not successful. Please check configuration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_CTR_PRPSL005 - Get proposals was not successful. Please check configuration. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_CTR_PRPSL005 indicates that there was an issue when trying to retrieve proposals in the context of a purchasing or procurement process. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with contract proposals or similar functionalities.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The most common cause of this error is a misconfiguration in the system settings related to purchasing or contract management. This could involve settings in the purchasing organization, document types, or other related configurations.
  
  
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the proposals or the related data.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data (e.g., vendor master, material master) that are required for the proposal retrieval.
  
  
  System Bugs or Limitations: Occasionally, there may be bugs in the SAP system or limitations in the version being used that could lead to this error.
  
  
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might interfere with the standard functionality.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to purchasing and contract management. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings and verify the relevant areas.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the proposals. This can be checked using transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the master data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly in the vendor and material master records.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs for more detailed error messages. You can use transaction SLG1 to view application logs that might provide additional context for the error.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Sandbox:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test different configurations or data setups without affecting the production environment.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps taken to troubleshoot.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition), and ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to understand the context in which the error occurs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to purchasing and contract management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.