How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_EH131 - The PI category is &1, but needs to be recipient party (02)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_EH -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: The PI category is &1, but needs to be recipient party (02)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EH131 - The PI category is &1, but needs to be recipient party (02) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EH131 indicates that there is an issue with the Purchase Order (PO) related to the Partner Information (PI) category. Specifically, the error states that the PI category is not set correctly for the recipient party, which is expected to be category '02'.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Partner Function: The partner function for the recipient is not set to the expected category (02).
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for partner functions in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to mismatches in expected categories.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be data entry errors in the purchase order or related documents where the partner information is defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Functions:
  
  Go to the Purchase Order in question and check the partner functions assigned.
  Ensure that the recipient party is correctly assigned to the partner function that corresponds to category '02'.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for partner functions in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the partner function for the recipient is correctly defined and mapped to the appropriate PI category.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the partner information in the purchase order.
  Make sure that the recipient party is correctly defined and that the PI category is set to '02'.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to partner functions and PI categories for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the purchase order process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Partner Functions: In SAP, partner functions define the roles of different partners involved in a transaction (e.g., vendor, customer, etc.). Each partner function can be assigned a specific PI category.
  PI Categories: These categories are used to classify the type of partner information. Category '02' typically refers to a recipient party in the context of purchase orders.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to manage purchase orders effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in procurement processes.