How To Fix MMPUR_POHANDLER_TECH004 - Key fields are not filled correctly (for &1).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_POHANDLER_TECH - Technical PO Handler Messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Key fields are not filled correctly (for &1).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_POHANDLER_TECH004 - Key fields are not filled correctly (for &1). ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_POHANDLER_TECH004 indicates that there is an issue with the key fields not being filled correctly for a purchase order (PO) or related document. This error typically arises during the processing of purchase orders in the Materials Management (MM) module.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Key fields required for the purchase order processing (such as vendor, material number, or plant) are either missing or incorrectly filled.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system that affect how purchase orders are processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the purchase order.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data (e.g., vendor master, material master) that prevent the purchase order from being processed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Key Fields: Review the purchase order and ensure that all required key fields are filled in correctly. This includes checking the vendor, material number, quantity, and plant.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the vendor and material is correctly maintained. Check for any missing or incorrect entries in the vendor master and material master records.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings related to purchase orders in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify purchase orders. If not, contact your SAP security team to request the appropriate access.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the process to identify the exact point of failure and the specific fields causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to navigate and troubleshoot purchase orders.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on purchase order processing and error handling.
  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 and resolve the issue causing the MMPUR_POHANDLER_TECH004 error message.