How To Fix O1605 - & is not a valid purchasing organization (check your entry).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O1 - IS-Oil : Message pool exchanges

• Message number: 605

• Message text: & is not a valid purchasing organization (check your entry).

What causes this issue?

The purchasing organization does not exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a Purchasing organization that is valid for this Exchange
partner. Use F4 for valid values.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O1605 - & is not a valid purchasing organization (check your entry). ?

  The SAP error message O1605 indicates that the purchasing organization you are trying to use is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when the system cannot recognize the specified purchasing organization.
  Causes of Error O1605:
  
  Incorrect Entry: The purchasing organization code entered may be misspelled or incorrectly formatted.
  Inactive Purchasing Organization: The purchasing organization may not be active in the system or may have been deactivated.
  Missing Configuration: The purchasing organization may not be properly configured in the system, meaning it hasn't been assigned to the relevant company code or plant.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing organization.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the purchasing organization.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Entry: Verify that the purchasing organization code is entered correctly. Ensure there are no typos or extra spaces.
  Check Status: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check if the purchasing organization is active. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  SPRO ? Materials Management ? Purchasing ? Define Purchasing Organization.
  
  
  Configuration: Ensure that the purchasing organization is assigned to the relevant company code and plant. This can be checked in the same configuration area.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing organization. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the user management area.
  Master Data Review: Review the master data for the purchasing organization to ensure that it is complete and consistent. This includes checking vendor master data and any related settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), or ME03 (Display Purchasing Info Record) to test the purchasing organization.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring purchasing organizations and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Materials Management module.