How To Fix /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI691 - Warning: Type of add info not specified for ord pty item &2 (PO:&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI -

• Message number: 691

• Message text: Warning: Type of add info not specified for ord pty item &2 (PO:&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI691 - Warning: Type of add info not specified for ord pty item &2 (PO:&1) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_FH_GUI691 indicates that there is a warning related to the addition of information for an order item in a Purchase Order (PO). Specifically, it states that the type of additional information has not been specified for the order item.
  Cause:
  This warning typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Information: The system expects additional information to be provided for a specific order item, but it has not been specified.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require certain fields to be filled out, but they are currently left blank.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation or modification of a Purchase Order, the user may have skipped entering required information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this warning, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Purchase Order:
  
  Go to the Purchase Order in question and review the details of the order items.
  Ensure that all required fields, especially those related to additional information, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Specify Additional Information:
  
  If the system requires a specific type of additional information, make sure to specify it in the relevant field. This could be related to delivery, pricing, or other order-specific details.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check if there are any mandatory fields that need to be set for the order items. This may involve consulting with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files that pertain to the Purchase Order process to understand what additional information is expected.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If this warning is frequently encountered, consider providing training to users on how to properly fill out Purchase Orders and the importance of all required fields.
  
  
  
  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 access and modify the Purchase Order.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing information and ensuring that all required fields are filled out, you should be able to resolve the warning message.