How To Fix MMPUR_REQ_SERVPROC010 - For item &1 des. supplier &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: 010

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_SERVPROC010 - For item &1 des. supplier &2 is different from parent in item &3 ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_SERVPROC010 typically occurs in the context of purchasing and procurement processes, particularly when dealing with service procurement or when creating purchase requisitions. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the supplier specified for a particular item and the supplier specified for the parent item in the purchase requisition.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The item in question (item &1) has a different supplier (des. supplier &2) than the parent item (item &3) in the purchase requisition.
  This can happen if the items are linked in a way that requires them to have the same supplier, such as when they are part of a service or project that is expected to be fulfilled by a single vendor.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Purchase Requisition:
  
  Review the purchase requisition to identify the parent item and the child item(s).
  Ensure that the supplier for the child item matches the supplier for the parent item.
  
  
  
  Update the Supplier:
  
  If the child item should indeed have the same supplier as the parent item, update the supplier for the child item to match the parent item.
  If the child item is supposed to have a different supplier, you may need to adjust the item relationships or the way the requisition is structured.
  
  
  
  Consult with Procurement:
  
  If you are unsure about which supplier should be used, consult with your procurement or purchasing department to clarify the correct supplier for the items in question.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  In some cases, the error may be related to configuration settings in SAP. Ensure that the settings for service procurement and item relationships are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Requisition:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the purchase requisition from scratch, ensuring that all items are correctly linked and that suppliers are consistent.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) or ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition) to make the necessary adjustments.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on service procurement and purchase requisition processes.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support or your organization's SAP help desk for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MMPUR_REQ_SERVPROC010 error and ensure that your purchase requisition is correctly configured.