How To Fix MN261 - Category & of purchasing document & not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Category & of purchasing document & not allowed

What causes this issue?

The updating of supplier business volumes within the framework of
<DS:GLOS.3526C095AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>subsequent settlement</> is
only defined for purchasing documents belonging to categories 'F'
(purchas order) or 'L' (scheduling agreement). However, document &V2&
belongs to category &V1&.

System Response

No supplier business volume could be updated for purchasing document
&V2&.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator. This situation is probably due to a
program error.
The error occurred in function module &V3&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN261 - Category & of purchasing document & not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MN261, which states "Category & of purchasing document & not allowed," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that the document category being used is not permitted for the specific transaction or configuration in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Category: The purchasing document category (e.g., standard purchase order, contract, etc.) being used is not allowed for the specific transaction or configuration.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow the use of certain document categories for specific purchasing processes.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify documents of that category.
  Document Type Settings: The document type settings in the purchasing configuration may not be set up correctly to allow the specified category.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Category: Verify that the document category you are trying to use is valid for the transaction you are performing. Ensure that it aligns with the business processes defined in your organization.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and check the settings for purchasing document types. Ensure that the document category is allowed for the relevant purchasing processes.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or modify the purchasing document of the specified category.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with an SAP Basis or functional consultant who can help review the configuration and authorization settings.
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the purchasing document can be processed as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to work with purchasing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to purchasing document types and categories for more detailed information on configuration and usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MN261 error and implement a solution to resolve it.