How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO958 - Clearing area from userinformation is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO -

• Message number: 958

• Message text: Clearing area from userinformation is incorrect

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO958 - Clearing area from userinformation is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO958 indicates that there is an issue with the clearing area in the user information when processing a Purchase Order (PO) through a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface). This error typically arises when the system encounters an inconsistency or invalid data related to the clearing area during the execution of a BAPI related to purchase orders.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect User Information: The clearing area might be incorrectly set in the user profile or in the data being passed to the BAPI.
  Missing Configuration: The clearing area may not be properly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies when the BAPI is called.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data being passed to the BAPI, such as missing or incorrect values for required fields.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the BAPI may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the clearing area.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check User Profile: Verify the user profile settings to ensure that the clearing area is correctly defined. You can do this by checking the user master record in transaction SU01.
  Review BAPI Input Data: Ensure that the data being passed to the BAPI is complete and correct. Check for any missing fields or incorrect values, especially those related to the clearing area.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings related to the clearing area in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., OBYC for automatic account determination).
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action related to the clearing area. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific BAPI being used to ensure that all required parameters are being passed correctly.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the BAPI call to identify where the error is occurring and what data is being processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on the specific BAPI you are using.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  OBYC: Automatic Account Determination
  SE37: Function Module for BAPI
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific BAPI or error message for known issues and fixes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /PF1/MSG_PO_BAPI_PO958.