How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_E011 - Sender's account holding FI is inconsistent with item details

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_E -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Sender's account holding FI is inconsistent with item details

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E011 - Sender's account holding FI is inconsistent with item details ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E011 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the sender's account in the Financial Accounting (FI) module and the details of the item in a Purchase Order (PO). This error typically arises during the processing of a purchase order or when attempting to post an invoice related to that purchase order.
  Cause:
  
  
  Account Assignment Issues: The account assigned to the purchase order item may not match the account settings in the FI module. This can happen if the account is not properly configured or if there are discrepancies in the account assignment.
  
  
  Master Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data for the vendor or the material being procured. For example, the vendor master data may not be correctly linked to the appropriate FI account.
  
  
  Incorrect Purchase Order Configuration: The purchase order may have been configured incorrectly, such as using an incorrect account assignment category or not specifying the correct cost center or internal order.
  
  
  Changes in Account Assignment: If there have been recent changes to the account assignment in the FI module or the purchase order, this could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment: Review the account assignment in the purchase order. Ensure that the account specified in the PO matches the account settings in the FI module.
  
  
  Verify Master Data: Check the vendor master data and material master data for any inconsistencies. Ensure that the correct accounts are assigned and that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Review Purchase Order Configuration: Go through the purchase order configuration to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including account assignment categories, cost centers, and internal orders.
  
  
  Consult with FI Team: If the issue persists, consult with your FI team to investigate any recent changes in the financial settings or account assignments that may have caused the inconsistency.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to review the purchase order details and ensure everything is in order.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the inconsistency. This can provide insights into what specifically is causing the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) for managing purchase orders.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to account assignments and purchase order processing for additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E011.