How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RP072 - Credit PO type must be PO category 3001; &1 is not valid PO category

/PF1/MSG_RP072 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RP -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Credit PO type must be PO category 3001; &1 is not valid PO category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP072 - Credit PO type must be PO category 3001; &1 is not valid PO category ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RP072 indicates that there is an issue with the Purchase Order (PO) type being used in a transaction. Specifically, the error states that the credit PO type must be of PO category 3001, but the current PO category being used is not valid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect PO Category: The Purchase Order you are trying to create or process is using a PO category that is not allowed for credit POs. In this case, the system expects the PO category to be 3001, which is typically used for credit purchase orders.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the PO types and their corresponding categories are not set up correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong PO type or category is selected.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check PO Type and Category: Verify the PO type you are using and ensure that it is