How To Fix MY252 - Material document & & does not belong to purchasing document & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MY - Messages for Balance Sheet Valuation(Low.Val.Det./LIFO/FIFO)

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Material document & & does not belong to purchasing document & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MY252 - Material document & & does not belong to purchasing document & & ?

  The SAP error message MY252 ("Material document & & does not belong to purchasing document & &") typically occurs in the context of inventory management and purchasing processes. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the material document and the associated purchasing document. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Document Reference: The material document you are trying to process does not correspond to the purchasing document you are referencing. This can happen if the material document was created for a different purchase order or if it was manually entered incorrectly.
  
  
  Document Deletion or Changes: The purchasing document may have been deleted or changed after the material document was created, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of the material document or the purchasing document can lead to mismatches.
  
  
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect how material and purchasing documents are linked.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Document Numbers: Check the material document number and the purchasing document number to ensure they are correct and correspond to each other. You can do this by using transaction codes like MB03 (Display Material Document) and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  
  
  Check Document Status: Ensure that both the material document and the purchasing document are in a valid status. If the purchasing document has been closed or deleted, you may need to create a new purchase order.
  
  
  Recreate the Document: If the material document is incorrect, you may need to reverse it and create a new one that correctly references the purchasing document.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, review the settings related to material management and purchasing in your SAP system. This may require the assistance of an SAP Basis or configuration expert.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MB1B (Transfer Posting), and MIGO (Goods Movement) for handling material documents.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error MY252 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on material management and purchasing processes to understand how these documents are linked and the implications of any discrepancies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MY252 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.