How To Fix MMPUR_SPROC020 - For items with Product Type Group 'Service', the GR must be valuated.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_SPROC - Message class for service procurement

• Message number: 020

• Message text: For items with Product Type Group 'Service', the GR must be valuated.

What causes this issue?

For purchase order items with Product Type Group 'Service', the checkbox
'GR non-valuated' must not be selected.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please deselect the checkbox 'GR non-valuated'.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_SPROC020 - For items with Product Type Group 'Service', the GR must be valuated. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_SPROC020 typically occurs in the context of purchasing and inventory management when dealing with items classified as services. This error indicates that the Goods Receipt (GR) for a service item must be valuated, meaning that the system requires a monetary value to be assigned to the service being received.
  Cause:
  The error arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Service Item Configuration: The item in question is configured as a service in the material master, and the system expects a valuation for the service upon receipt.
  Valuation Class: The valuation class for the service item may not be set up correctly, or the valuation type is not defined.
  Goods Receipt Process: The process of receiving the service may not have been properly configured to allow for valuation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record for the service item and ensure that the valuation type is correctly set up.
  Ensure that the item is marked for valuation in the accounting view.
  
  
  
  Valuation Class:
  
  Verify that the valuation class assigned to the service item is appropriate and that it allows for the valuation of services.
  If necessary, update the valuation class to one that supports service valuation.
  
  
  
  Goods Receipt Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the Goods Receipt process in the system. Ensure that the settings allow for the valuation of service items.
  Check if the service is linked to a purchase order and that the purchase order is correctly configured to allow for GR.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to review and modify the necessary settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling service items and their valuation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test Goods Receipt for the service item to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Service Procurement: Understand the differences between material procurement and service procurement in SAP, as they have different handling and valuation requirements.
  Valuation Methods: Familiarize yourself with the different valuation methods available in SAP, such as moving average price, standard price, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in materials management and procurement processes.