How To Fix MMPUR_REQ_IA_PRSL018 - Approved PRs with Same Fixed Supplier for Same Material Group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_REQ_IA_PRSL - Messages for Intelligent Approval for Purchase Requisitions

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Approved PRs with Same Fixed Supplier for Same Material Group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_IA_PRSL018 - Approved PRs with Same Fixed Supplier for Same Material Group ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_IA_PRSL018 indicates that there are approved Purchase Requisitions (PRs) that have the same fixed supplier for the same material group. This error typically arises in the context of procurement processes where the system is trying to enforce certain business rules regarding the handling of purchase requisitions.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Approved PRs: The system has detected multiple approved purchase requisitions that are associated with the same supplier and material group. This can happen if users create multiple requisitions for the same items without consolidating them.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent multiple requisitions for the same supplier and material group to streamline procurement processes and avoid confusion.
  Business Rules: The organization may have specific business rules that dictate how procurement should be handled, which can lead to this error if not adhered to.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Approved PRs: Check the list of approved purchase requisitions to identify duplicates. You can do this by using transaction codes like ME5A (List of Purchase Requisitions) to filter by supplier and material group.
  Consolidate PRs: If you find multiple approved PRs for the same supplier and material group, consider consolidating them into a single requisition. This can help streamline the procurement process and eliminate the error.
  Adjust PRs: If consolidation is not feasible, you may need to adjust the requisitions by changing the supplier or material group for some of them to ensure they are unique.
  Consult Configuration: If this error is unexpected, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to purchase requisition handling. They may need to adjust the rules if they are too restrictive for your business needs.
  Training and Guidelines: Ensure that users involved in creating purchase requisitions are trained on the proper procedures and guidelines to avoid creating duplicate requisitions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME5A (List of Purchase Requisitions), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), and ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or your organization's procurement policies to understand the rationale behind the restrictions on purchase requisitions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and streamline your procurement processes.