How To Fix OPS_SE_TCM_80136 - The purchasing organization is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_TCM_80 -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: The purchasing organization is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_TCM_80136 - The purchasing organization is invalid ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_TCM_80136, which states "The purchasing organization is invalid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration or data related to the purchasing organization in the SAP system. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Purchasing Organization: The purchasing organization specified in the transaction does not exist or is not active in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the purchasing organization, such as vendor master data or material master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing organization.
  Configuration Issues: The purchasing organization may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant company code or plant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Purchasing Organization:
  
  Verify that the purchasing organization exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings for purchasing organizations.
  Ensure that the purchasing organization is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master data and material master data to ensure that they are correctly assigned to the purchasing organization.
  Make sure that the purchasing organization is correctly linked to the relevant company code and plant.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing organization. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, review the configuration for purchasing organizations in the SAP system. Ensure that it is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate company codes and plants.
  
  
  
  Transaction Code:
  
  If you are using a specific transaction code, ensure that you are entering the correct purchasing organization in the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to test the purchasing organization.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on purchasing organization configuration and management.
  
  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 (MM) module for further assistance.