How To Fix MMPUR_INTEGRATION_PO023 - Item ID is missing for item with external ID &1; PO could not be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_INTEGRATION_PO - Message class for Purchase Order integration

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Item ID is missing for item with external ID &1; PO could not be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_INTEGRATION_PO023 - Item ID is missing for item with external ID &1; PO could not be created ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_INTEGRATION_PO023 indicates that there is an issue with the creation of a Purchase Order (PO) due to a missing Item ID for an item with a specified external ID. This error typically arises in the context of integrating external systems with SAP, particularly when using the SAP Materials Management (MM) module.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Item ID: The primary cause of this error is that the system is unable to find a corresponding Item ID for the provided external ID. This can happen if:
  
  The external ID is not correctly mapped to an Item ID in the SAP system.
  The item has not been created in the SAP system yet.
  There is a data entry error or mismatch between the external system and SAP.
  
  
  
  Integration Issues: If you are using an external system to create or manage purchase orders, there may be issues with the integration setup, such as incorrect configuration or data transfer problems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check External ID Mapping:
  
  Verify that the external ID being used is correctly mapped to an Item ID in SAP. You can do this by checking the relevant master data in SAP (e.g., Material Master).
  
  
  
  Create Missing Items:
  
  If the item does not exist in SAP, you will need to create it. Ensure that all necessary data is provided to create the item successfully.
  
  
  
  Review Integration Configuration:
  
  If you are using middleware or an integration tool (like SAP PI/PO, SAP CPI, etc.), check the configuration to ensure that the data is being transferred correctly and that mappings are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being sent from the external system to ensure that it conforms to the expected format and contains all required fields.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation for the integration process to ensure that all steps are being followed correctly.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the error logs in both the external system and SAP for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what went wrong during the PO creation process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or MM03 (Display Material) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and integration setup.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.