How To Fix MW611 - A supplier order type must be maintained for supplier orders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 611

• Message text: A supplier order type must be maintained for supplier orders

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW611 - A supplier order type must be maintained for supplier orders ?

  The SAP error message MW611, which states "A supplier order type must be maintained for supplier orders," typically occurs when the system is unable to determine the appropriate order type for a supplier order. This can happen for various reasons, often related to configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the supplier order type has not been defined in the system. This can happen if the necessary configuration settings have not been set up in the SAP system for the specific supplier or purchasing organization.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The vendor master data may not be correctly maintained, or the purchasing organization may not be linked to the supplier order type.
  
  
  Missing Assignment: The assignment of the supplier order type to the relevant purchasing organization or plant may be missing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MW611 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP customizing transaction (SPRO).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Order Types.
  Ensure that the relevant supplier order type is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Vendor Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MK01 (Create Vendor) or MK02 (Change Vendor) to check the vendor master data.
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct purchasing organization and that the necessary data is filled in.
  
  
  
  Assign Order Type:
  
  Ensure that the supplier order type is assigned to the relevant purchasing organization.
  You can check this in the same configuration area where you defined the order types.
  
  
  
  Check Purchasing Info Records:
  
  If applicable, check the purchasing info records (transaction code ME11 or ME12) to ensure that they are correctly set up for the vendor and material combination.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create a supplier order again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) for testing purposes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring purchasing order types and vendor master data.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration and master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Materials Management module for further assistance.