How To Fix MMPUR_SPROC046 - Product type group '&1' is not supported in purchase order items.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_SPROC - Message class for service procurement

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Product type group '&1' is not supported in purchase order items.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_SPROC046 - Product type group '&1' is not supported in purchase order items. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_SPROC046 indicates that the product type group specified in the purchase order items is not supported. This typically occurs when the product type group is either not defined in the system or is not allowed for the specific transaction you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Product Type Group: The product type group specified in the purchase order does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The product type group may not be configured correctly in the system for use in purchase orders.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data for the product type group may not be set up correctly, or the product type is not allowed for purchasing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified product type group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Product Type Group:
  
  Verify that the product type group specified in the purchase order exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data for the items in the purchase order. Ensure that the product type group is correctly assigned and that the material is set up for purchasing.
  
  
  
  Configuration in SPRO:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) and check the settings for product type groups under the purchasing module. Ensure that the product type group is allowed for purchase orders.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user creating the purchase order has the necessary authorizations to use the specified product type group. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific notes or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation of the purchase order again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to work with purchase orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.