How To Fix MMPUR_REQ_SERVPROC009 - For item &1 Purchase org. &2 is different from parent in item &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_REQ_SERVPROC - Message class for Purchase Requisition Service Hierarchy

• Message number: 009

• Message text: For item &1 Purchase org. &2 is different from parent in item &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_SERVPROC009 - For item &1 Purchase org. &2 is different from parent in item &3 ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_SERVPROC009 indicates that there is a mismatch in the purchase organization for items in a purchase requisition. Specifically, the error states that the purchase organization for item &1 is different from the parent item &3 in the same requisition. This typically occurs in scenarios where a purchase requisition is created with multiple items that are expected to share the same purchase organization, but they do not.
  Cause:
  
  Different Purchase Organizations: The most common cause of this error is that the items in the purchase requisition are assigned to different purchase organizations. In SAP, a purchase requisition can have multiple items, but they must all belong to the same purchasing organization if they are related (i.e., if one item is a sub-item of another).
  Incorrect Item Configuration: The items may have been configured incorrectly in the material master or the purchase requisition itself, leading to discrepancies in the purchase organization.
  Manual Entry Errors: If the purchase requisition was created manually, there may have been an error in entering the purchase organization for one or more items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Purchase Requisition Items: Review the purchase requisition and check the purchase organization assigned to each item. Ensure that all items that are related (parent-child relationship) have the same purchase organization.
  Modify Purchase Organization: If you find that the purchase organization for item &1 is incorrect, you can change it to match the parent item &3. This can typically be done in the purchase requisition screen.
  Create Separate Purchase Requisitions: If the items genuinely need to belong to different purchase organizations, consider creating separate purchase requisitions for each group of items that share the same purchase organization.
  Consult with Procurement Team: If you are unsure about the correct purchase organization to use, consult with your procurement or purchasing team to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to view the details of the requisition and check the purchase organizations.
  Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the items involved to ensure that the purchase organization is set correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to purchase requisitions and that you are following the correct procedures as per your organization’s policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your purchase requisition is correctly configured.