How To Fix PK139 - Enter a purchasing organization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Enter a purchasing organization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK139 - Enter a purchasing organization ?

  The SAP error message PK139, which states "Enter a purchasing organization," typically occurs when a user attempts to create or modify a purchasing document (like a purchase order or purchase requisition) without specifying a purchasing organization. The purchasing organization is a key organizational unit in SAP that is responsible for procurement activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Purchasing Organization: The most common cause of this error is that the purchasing organization field is left blank when creating or modifying a purchasing document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the purchasing organization in the system, such as it not being properly defined or assigned to the relevant company code.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or select a purchasing organization.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Purchasing Organization: When you encounter this error, check the relevant field in the purchasing document and ensure that you enter a valid purchasing organization. This can usually be done in the header section of the document.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the purchasing organization is correctly set up in the system. This includes checking:
  
  The definition of the purchasing organization in the configuration settings (Transaction code: SPRO).
  The assignment of the purchasing organization to the relevant company code.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify purchasing documents. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to purchasing include ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  Purchasing Organization Definition: You can define and manage purchasing organizations in the SAP system through the following path: 
  
  SPRO ? Enterprise Structure ? Definition ? Logistics - General ? Define, copy, delete, check purchasing organization.
  
  
  User Roles: Check user roles and authorizations using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) to ensure the user has the necessary permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PK139 error and successfully create or modify your purchasing documents in SAP.