How To Fix PK068 - No valid replenishment source could be determined via the source list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 068

• Message text: No valid replenishment source could be determined via the source list

What causes this issue?

In the source list, either no valid entry was found, or several entries
exist so that the system could not determine one specific entry.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK068 - No valid replenishment source could be determined via the source list ?

  The SAP error message PK068 ("No valid replenishment source could be determined via the source list") typically occurs in the context of materials management and inventory management when the system is unable to find a valid source for replenishment based on the source list configuration. This can happen during various processes, such as creating purchase orders or stock transfers.
  Causes of Error PK068
  
  
  Missing Source List Entries: The source list for the material may not have any valid entries for the specified plant or storage location.
  
  
  Invalid Source List Validity: The source list entries may be expired or not valid for the required time period.
  
  
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in determining valid sources.
  
  
  Plant/Storage Location Issues: The plant or storage location specified may not have any associated sources in the source list.
  
  
  Source List Configuration: The source list may not be configured correctly, or the relevant settings may not be activated.
  
  
  Purchasing Info Records: There may be no purchasing info records available for the material, which can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions to Error PK068
  
  
  Check Source List Entries:
  
  Go to the transaction code ME03 (Display Source List) and check if there are valid entries for the material in the relevant plant and storage location.
  Ensure that the source list is active and has valid dates.
  
  
  
  Update Source List:
  
  If there are no valid entries, you may need to create or update the source list using transaction code ME01 (Create Source List) or ME02 (Change Source List).
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data using transaction code MM03 (Display Material) to ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out, especially in the purchasing view.
  
  
  
  Check Purchasing Info Records:
  
  Use transaction code ME13 (Display Purchasing Info Record) to verify if there are any purchasing info records for the material and vendor combination.
  
  
  
  Validate Plant and Storage Location:
  
  Ensure that the plant and storage location are correctly specified in the transaction you are executing.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the source list functionality is correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME03: Display Source List
  ME01: Create Source List
  ME02: Change Source List
  MM03: Display Material Master
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on source lists and purchasing processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PK068 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.