How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_EH326 - Successor item not found for recipient item &1/&2/&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_EH -

• Message number: 326

• Message text: Successor item not found for recipient item &1/&2/&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EH326 - Successor item not found for recipient item &1/&2/&3 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_EH326 with the description "Successor item not found for recipient item &1/&2/&3" typically occurs in the context of Purchase Order (PO) processing, particularly when dealing with item relationships in a PO. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a successor item for a specified recipient item in the purchase order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Successor Item: The most common cause is that the successor item (which is expected to be linked to the recipient item) does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Item Relationships: There may be an issue with how items are related in the purchase order, such as incorrect configuration or missing data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up correctly to handle the relationships between items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Relationships: Review the purchase order to ensure that the successor item is correctly defined and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the item details in the PO.
  Create Missing Successor Item: If the successor item is indeed missing, you may need to create it in the system or correct the existing item data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to item relationships in the purchasing module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the details of the purchase order and check item relationships.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to understand why the system is unable to find the successor item.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.