How To Fix MMPUR_UI_VIEW_MSG072 - Cannot perform activity: requisition item sent to external procurement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_UI_VIEW_MSG -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Cannot perform activity: requisition item sent to external procurement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_UI_VIEW_MSG072 - Cannot perform activity: requisition item sent to external procurement ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_UI_VIEW_MSG072 indicates that a requisition item has been sent to external procurement, and as a result, the system cannot perform the requested activity. This typically occurs in the context of materials management and procurement processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  External Procurement: The requisition item is flagged for external procurement, meaning it is intended to be sourced from an external vendor rather than from stock or internal sources.
  Status of the Requisition: The requisition item may be in a status that does not allow further processing, such as being locked or already converted into a purchase order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent certain actions on requisition items that are meant for external procurement.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the requisition item.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Requisition Status: Verify the status of the requisition item. Ensure that it is not locked or already processed. If it is locked, you may need to unlock it or wait until the lock is released.
  
  
  Review Procurement Type: Confirm that the requisition item is correctly set up for external procurement. If it should be internal, you may need to change the procurement type.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the requisition item. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP MM (Materials Management) consultant to review the settings related to external procurement and requisition processing.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like ME51N for creating requisitions, ME52N for changing them, etc.) to check the details of the requisition and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Check for Purchase Orders: If the requisition item has already been converted into a purchase order, you may need to work with the purchase order instead of the requisition.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the Materials Management module for more insights into requisition processing and external procurement.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.