How To Fix OPS_SE_PUR_COMMON017 - Purchase requisition & item & has an external procurement profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_PUR_COMMON - Messages for Services in Purchasing

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Purchase requisition & item & has an external procurement profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR_COMMON017 - Purchase requisition & item & has an external procurement profile ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR_COMMON017 indicates that a purchase requisition (PR) has been assigned an external procurement profile, which may not be appropriate for the current context or configuration. This error typically arises in the context of procurement processes where the system expects certain settings or configurations to be in place for external procurement.
  Cause:
  
  External Procurement Profile: The purchase requisition is linked to an external procurement profile that may not be correctly configured or is not applicable for the item in question.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master, purchasing info records, or the external procurement settings in the system.
  Item Category: The item category of the purchase requisition may not support external procurement.
  Missing Data: Required data for external procurement (like vendor information) may be missing or incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Purchase Requisition: Review the purchase requisition to ensure that it is correctly set up. Verify the item details and the external procurement profile assigned.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly configured for external procurement. Check the relevant views (like purchasing and MRP views) for the material.
  Check Item Category: Ensure that the item category used in the purchase requisition supports external procurement. If not, consider changing the item category.
  Vendor Information: Ensure that the vendor information is complete and that the vendor is set up for external procurement.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to external procurement. This may involve checking the settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) under the purchasing section.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the external procurement profile and its requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition), or ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to manage purchase requisitions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.