How To Fix MMPUR_SPROC003 - Account assignment category with special stock cannot be used.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_SPROC - Message class for service procurement

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Account assignment category with special stock cannot be used.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_SPROC003 - Account assignment category with special stock cannot be used. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_SPROC003 indicates that there is an issue with the account assignment category being used in a purchasing document (like a purchase order) when dealing with special stock. This error typically arises when the system detects that the account assignment category specified does not support the type of special stock being referenced.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incompatible Account Assignment Category: The account assignment category you are using (e.g., "K" for cost center, "P" for project, etc.) is not compatible with the special stock type (like consignment, project stock, etc.) you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not allow the combination of the specified account assignment category and the special stock type.
  Missing Master Data: The material master or vendor master data may not be set up correctly to handle the special stock.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment Category:
  
  Review the account assignment category being used in the purchasing document. Ensure that it is compatible with the special stock type you are trying to use.
  Common account assignment categories that can be used with special stock include "E" (stock transfer) or "S" (subcontracting), depending on the scenario.
  
  
  
  Review Special Stock Type:
  
  Verify the special stock type you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly defined in the system and that it is compatible with the account assignment category.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO) under the following path:
  
  Materials Management > Purchasing > Account Assignment > Define Account Assignment Categories.
  
  
  Ensure that the account assignment category is allowed for the special stock type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data (transaction code MM03) for the material in question. Ensure that the special stock indicators are set correctly.
  Ensure that the material is set up to allow for the specific type of special stock you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or restrictions related to your organization's setup.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the purchasing document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and MM03 (Display Material).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify purchasing documents with special stock.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.