How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO013 - The specified value in field Authorization Pending does not exist

/PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: The specified value in field Authorization Pending does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO013 - The specified value in field Authorization Pending does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO013 indicates that there is an issue with the value specified in the field "Authorization Pending" when trying to process a Purchase Order (PO) using a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface). This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid entry for the specified value in the relevant database tables.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value entered in the "Authorization Pending" field does not exist in the corresponding table or is not valid for the current context.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration or master data related to the authorization process may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries or incorrect references in the related tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the specified value.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Value: Verify that the value entered in the "Authorization Pending" field is correct and exists in