How To Fix MMPUR_REQ_COMMON038 - Plant and Company Code combination is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_REQ_COMMON - Requisition common messages

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Plant and Company Code combination is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_COMMON038 - Plant and Company Code combination is not defined ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_COMMON038 indicates that the combination of Plant and Company Code you are trying to use is not defined in the system. This error typically occurs when you are attempting to create or process a purchase requisition, purchase order, or similar document, and the system cannot find a valid link between the specified plant and company code.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The plant and company code combination has not been set up in the system. This could be due to a new plant being created without the necessary configuration.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The plant or company code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Inactive Plant: The plant may be inactive or not assigned to the company code in the configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified plant or company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (SPRO) and navigate to Enterprise Structure > Definition > Logistics - General > Define, copy, delete, check plant.
  Ensure that the plant is correctly assigned to the company code.
  Verify that the plant is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the plant and company code entered in the transaction. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Check Plant Status:
  
  Ensure that the plant is not marked as inactive. You can check this in the plant master data.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified plant and company code. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), or ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to test the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MMPUR_REQ_COMMON038 error message.