How To Fix N2M291 - Creation with N2M reference not possible: No suitable items found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: N2M - Global Trade: Item Category Management

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Creation with N2M reference not possible: No suitable items found

What causes this issue?

You would like to create an item of a both-sided trading contract with
reference to a one-sided trading contract that is associated with
another one-sided trading contract, so that the new item refers to both
one-sided contracts (creation with n2m reference).

System Response

The associated quantities of all items of the referenced trading
contract have already been transferred to other items. Therefore, it is
not possible to create a new item with n2m reference to the trading
contract you entered.

How to fix this error?

Choose another trading contract as the referenced trading contract, or
create the item without reference.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M291 - Creation with N2M reference not possible: No suitable items found ?

  The SAP error message N2M291, which states "Creation with N2M reference not possible: No suitable items found," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with the creation of purchase orders, purchase requisitions, or other procurement-related documents that reference materials or items.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the system could not find any suitable items that match the criteria for the N2M (Material to Material) reference. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Material Master Data: The material you are trying to reference may not exist, or its master data may not be set up correctly.
  Item Status: The items you are trying to reference may be inactive or blocked for procurement.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the N2M reference may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type you are using may not allow for the creation of references to the items you are trying to use.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the materials or create the document.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the N2M291 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Verify that the material you are trying to reference exists in the system.
  Ensure that the material is active and not blocked for procurement.
  
  
  
  Review Item Status:
  
  Check the status of the items you are trying to reference. Make sure they are not marked as inactive or blocked.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to N2M references in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined for the materials and document types you are using.
  
  
  
  Document Type:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using allows for the creation of references to the items in question. You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the materials and create the document. If not, the user may need to be granted additional permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to recreate the document to see if the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on material management and error messages.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to seek advice from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further investigation.