How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_P097 - PI &1, PI date &2, recall &3: no correspondence required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_P -

• Message number: 097

• Message text: PI &1, PI date &2, recall &3: no correspondence required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_P097 - PI &1, PI date &2, recall &3: no correspondence required ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_P097 typically relates to issues in the Purchase Order (PO) processing, particularly in the context of the Purchase Information (PI) documents. The message indicates that there is no correspondence required for the specified PI, which can occur for various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  No Correspondence Configuration: The system may be configured not to require correspondence for the specific PI type or status.
  PI Document Status: The status of the PI document may not warrant correspondence. For example, if the PI is already completed or canceled, the system may not require any further correspondence.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the PI or related documents that prevents the system from processing the correspondence.
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or user exits may have been implemented that affect the correspondence logic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the correspondence in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO). Ensure that the settings allow for correspondence for the specific PI type.
  Review PI Document: Check the status and details of the PI document. Ensure that it is in a state that requires correspondence.
  Data Validation: Validate the data in the PI and related documents to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the process to identify where the logic is failing or why the correspondence is not being triggered.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to review the PIs and their statuses.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Exits and Enhancements: If your organization has custom developments, check if any user exits or enhancements are affecting the correspondence logic.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message /PF1/MSG_PO_P097.