How To Fix MMPUR_SPROC044 - Select 'GR-Bsd Inv. Verif.' for items with product type group 'Service'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_SPROC - Message class for service procurement

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Select 'GR-Bsd Inv. Verif.' for items with product type group 'Service'.

What causes this issue?

For purchase order items with product type group 'Service' and
consumption posting 'Unknown', the flag 'GR-Bsd Inv. Verif.' must be
set.

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?

Select the checkbox 'GR-Bsd Inv. Verif.'.
Where to find information on the settings for consumption posting:
As a configuration expert, you can view and define the settings for
consumption posting in the configuration app <ZK>Manage Your Solution
</>-> <ZK>Configure Your Solution</> -> <ZK>Application Area: Sourcing
andProcurement</> -> <ZK>Sub Application Area: Operational Procurement
</> -> <ZK>Account Assignment</> -> <ZK>Maintain Account Assignment
Categories</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_SPROC044 - Select 'GR-Bsd Inv. Verif.' for items with product type group 'Service'. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_SPROC044 typically occurs in the context of the Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with service procurement. This error indicates that the system expects a specific configuration for the item type being processed, particularly when it comes to the verification of goods receipt (GR) for service items.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the system is expecting a goods receipt-based invoice verification (GR-based IV) for items classified under the product type group 'Service'. However, the configuration for the item or the document being processed does not meet the necessary criteria for this type of verification. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Item Category: The item category used for the service might not be set up to allow GR-based invoice verification.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration in the system for service procurement may not be correctly set up to handle GR-based invoice verification.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not support GR-based invoice verification for service items.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the item category used for the service.
  Ensure that the item category is set up to allow GR-based invoice verification. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under:
  Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Purchase Order -> Define Item Categories
  
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the document type settings for the purchase order or invoice being processed.
  Ensure that the document type supports GR-based invoice verification for service items.
  
  
  
  Adjust Purchase Order:
  
  If the purchase order is incorrectly set up, you may need to adjust it to ensure that it aligns with the expected configuration for service items.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP Basis or functional consultant who can provide deeper insights into the system settings and configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring service procurement.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to service procurement and invoice verification to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the MMPUR_SPROC044 error and ensure that your service procurement processes function correctly.