How To Fix MMPUR_RPO_MESSAGES052 - Change of purchase order header for hold and park information failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_RPO_MESSAGES - message for MMPUR RPO

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Change of purchase order header for hold and park information failed

What causes this issue?

The system tried to update a purchase order header with information
related to the category of incompleteness (<ZK>Hold, Park</>, or
<ZK>Saved as Complete</>), by using function module BAPI_PO_CHANGE.

System Response

The purchase order BAPI has returned an error, no changes have been made
to the document.

How to fix this error?

Resolve the error situation<(>,<)> based on the messages that were
returned by the purchase order BAPI.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_RPO_MESSAGES052 - Change of purchase order header for hold and park information failed ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_RPO_MESSAGES052 indicates that there was a failure in changing the purchase order (PO) header due to issues related to hold and park information. This error typically arises in the context of managing purchase orders that are either on hold or parked, which means they cannot be processed further until certain conditions are met.
  Causes:
  
  Status of the Purchase Order: The purchase order may be in a status that does not allow changes. For example, if the PO is parked or on hold, certain fields may be locked for editing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the purchase order.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the purchase order, such as missing mandatory fields or incorrect data formats.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent changes to certain fields in the purchase order header when it is in a specific status.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Purchase Order Status: Verify the status of the purchase order. If it is parked or on hold, you may need to release it from that status before making changes.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make the changes has the necessary authorizations. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Correct Data Issues: Review the purchase order for any data inconsistencies. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no errors in the data.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to purchase order management. They may need to adjust settings that control the ability to change purchase order headers.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like ME22N for changing purchase orders) to attempt the changes again after addressing the above issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on purchase order management and the implications of different statuses (e.g., parked, on hold).
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about the purchase order in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.