How To Fix MMPUR_INTR_REQ005 - Item ID or ext. document item ID needs to be provided for an item update.

MMPUR_INTR_REQ005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_INTR_REQ - Message class for MMPUR Integration for PR

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Item ID or ext. document item ID needs to be provided for an item update.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_INTR_REQ005 - Item ID or ext. document item ID needs to be provided for an item update. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_INTR_REQ005 indicates that when trying to update an item in a purchase requisition or related document, the system requires either an Item ID or an external document item ID to be provided. This error typically occurs in the context of materials management and procurement processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  An attempt is made to update a purchase requisition item without specifying the necessary identifiers (Item ID or external document item ID).
  The system expects these identifiers to process the update correctly, and their absence leads to a failure in the operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that the Item ID or external document item ID is included in the update request. Verify that the data being sent to the SAP system contains the required fields.
  
  
  Review the Update Logic: If you are using a custom program or interface to update the purchase