How To Fix MMPUR_REQ_COMMON142 - Purchasing doc. type must be same for all items within a PR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_REQ_COMMON - Requisition common messages

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Purchasing doc. type must be same for all items within a PR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_COMMON142 - Purchasing doc. type must be same for all items within a PR ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_COMMON142 indicates that there is a mismatch in the purchasing document types for the items within a Purchase Requisition (PR). In SAP, all items in a single PR must have the same purchasing document type. This is a requirement to ensure consistency in the procurement process.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  You have added items to a Purchase Requisition that have different purchasing document types.
  The system is configured to enforce that all items in a PR must share the same document type, which is a common practice to maintain uniformity in procurement processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Types: Review the items in the Purchase Requisition to identify the different purchasing document types assigned to them. You can do this by:
  
  Opening the Purchase Requisition in the SAP GUI.
  Checking the details of each item to see the purchasing document type.
  
  
  
  Modify the PR: 
  
  If you find that the items have different purchasing document types, you will need to either:
  
  Change the document type of the items to match one another (if applicable).
  Create separate Purchase Requisitions for items that require different purchasing document types.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you believe that the requirement for the same purchasing document type is too restrictive for your business process, you may need to consult with your SAP configuration team. They can review the settings in the system to determine if adjustments can be made to allow for different document types within a single PR.
  
  
  Documentation: Ensure that you document any changes made to the PR or the configuration for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) or ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition) to manage PRs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in creating Purchase Requisitions are trained on the importance of maintaining consistent purchasing document types within a single PR.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your procurement activities in SAP.