How To Fix MPN02002 - Part & has different procurement type to external procurement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPN02 - MPN Message: Materials Planning

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Part & has different procurement type to external procurement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPN02002 - Part & has different procurement type to external procurement ?

  The SAP error message MPN02002 indicates that there is a mismatch in the procurement type for a material (part) when trying to perform an operation related to external procurement. This error typically arises in the context of Material Master data, particularly when dealing with materials that are set up for different procurement types (e.g., in-house production vs. external procurement).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the procurement type defined for a material does not align with the expected procurement type for the operation being performed. For example, if a material is set up for in-house production (procurement type "E") but an attempt is made to procure it externally (procurement type "F"), this error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve the MPN02002 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the Material Master (transaction code MM03).
  Enter the material number and check the relevant views (especially the Basic Data and Purchasing views).
  Verify the procurement type set for the material. It should match the intended procurement method.
  
  
  
  Adjust Procurement Type:
  
  If the procurement type is incorrect, you can change it by using transaction code MM02 to modify the material master data.
  Ensure that the procurement type aligns with your business requirements (e.g., if you want to procure the material externally, set it to "F").
  
  
  
  Check Related Configuration:
  
  If the procurement type is correct but the error persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to material procurement.
  Ensure that the relevant purchasing organization and plant settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Info Records:
  
  If applicable, check the Purchase Info Records (transaction code ME13) for the material to ensure that they are set up correctly for external procurement.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be affecting the procurement type.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Procurement Types:
  
  "E" - In-house production
  "F" - External procurement
  "X" - Both in-house and external procurement
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  ME13 - Display Purchase Info Record
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to procurement types and error messages.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.