How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL052 - Limit of items for each transaction has not been reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Limit of items for each transaction has not been reached

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL052 - Limit of items for each transaction has not been reached ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_GENERAL052 indicates that the limit of items for each transaction has not been reached. This error typically occurs in the context of creating or processing purchase orders (POs) or other related documents in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Item Limit Exceeded: The error suggests that the number of items you are trying to add to a transaction (like a purchase order) has reached a predefined limit set in the system. This limit is often configured in the system settings and can vary based on the organization's requirements.
  Configuration Settings: The limit may be defined in the configuration settings of the purchasing module, which restricts the number of line items that can be included in a single transaction.
  Transaction Type: Different transaction types may have different limits, and the error may arise if you are trying to exceed the allowed number of items for that specific transaction type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: 
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP (usually done by a system administrator or someone with the appropriate authorization).
  Look for the settings related to purchasing or the specific transaction type you are working with. This can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under the relevant purchasing configuration.
  Adjust the limit if necessary, but ensure that any changes align with organizational policies and do not negatively impact system performance or data integrity.
  
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Items: 
  
  If changing the configuration is not an option, consider breaking down the transaction into multiple smaller transactions, each containing fewer items than the limit allows.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific error message for additional context and guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  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) to understand where the error may occur.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to create or modify the transaction has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the action.
  System Performance: Be aware that increasing limits may have implications for system performance, especially if many users are creating large transactions simultaneously.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and continue with your purchasing activities in SAP.