How To Fix /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI653 - Transaction type not specified for recipient item &2 (PO &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI -

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Transaction type not specified for recipient item &2 (PO &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI653 - Transaction type not specified for recipient item &2 (PO &1) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI653 Transaction type not specified for recipient item &2 (PO &1) typically occurs in the context of processing purchase orders (POs) or related documents in SAP. This error indicates that there is a missing or undefined transaction type for a specific recipient item in the purchase order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The transaction type for the recipient item is not defined in the system configuration. This can happen if the necessary settings in the customizing (SPRO) are not completed.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The purchase order may have been created with incomplete or incorrect data, leading to the system not being able to determine the transaction type.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or material master data may not be set up correctly, which can affect the transaction type determination.
  System Upgrade or Changes: If there have been recent upgrades or changes to the system, it may have affected the configuration or data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant settings for purchasing or procurement.
  Ensure that the transaction types for the recipient items are properly defined and assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order:
  
  Check the purchase order in question (PO &1) for any missing or incorrect entries, especially for the recipient item (&2).
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor and material master data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all necessary information is available and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to review and modify the purchase order.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify purchase orders, as this can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.