How To Fix PFM_01CA102 - This document type only allows one vendor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_01CA - Generic messages for developments

• Message number: 102

• Message text: This document type only allows one vendor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_01CA102 - This document type only allows one vendor ?

  The SAP error message PFM_01CA102 indicates that the document type you are trying to use only allows for one vendor. This typically occurs in the context of procurement or financial transactions where a specific document type is configured to accept only a single vendor for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are using has been configured in the system to allow only one vendor. This is often set up for specific types of transactions where multiple vendors are not applicable.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are attempting to perform (e.g., creating a purchase order, invoice, etc.) is restricted to a single vendor due to business rules or system settings.
  Vendor Assignment: You may have inadvertently assigned multiple vendors to the document, which violates the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Settings: Review the configuration of the document type in the SAP system. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to understand the settings and whether they can be modified.
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO (to access the configuration settings)
  Navigate to: Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Document Types.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Document Type: If the current document type is not suitable for your needs, consider using a different document type that allows multiple vendors, if applicable.
  
  
  Review Vendor Assignment: Ensure that you are only assigning one vendor to the document. If you need to include multiple vendors, you may need to create separate documents for each vendor.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Check the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM, FI) for more details on document types and vendor assignments.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for creating documents in SAP, especially regarding vendor assignments and document types.
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the changes do not negatively impact other processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.