How To Fix PMMO_PEGGING202 - Purchase order &1 stopped; material is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMMO_PEGGING - Messages for Pegging in PMMO

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Purchase order &1 stopped; material is missing

What causes this issue?

The system stopped processing the purchase order because the material is
missing and the purchase order could not be pegged.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMMO_PEGGING202 - Purchase order &1 stopped; material is missing ?

  The SAP error message PMMO_PEGGING202 indicates that a purchase order (PO) has been stopped because the system has identified that a required material is missing. This error typically occurs in the context of materials management and production planning, where the system is unable to fulfill a demand due to the absence of necessary materials.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Material: The primary cause of this error is that the material specified in the purchase order is not available in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The material not being created in the system.
  The material being marked as inactive or obsolete.
  The material not being assigned to the relevant plant or storage location.
  The material being out of stock or not available for procurement.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the material master data, such as incorrect settings for procurement types or planning strategies.
  
  
  Supply Chain Issues: External factors such as supplier delays or disruptions in the supply chain can also lead to materials being unavailable.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: Verify that the material in question exists in the system. You can do this by checking the material master data (transaction code MM03) to ensure it is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  Check Plant and Storage Location: Ensure that the material is assigned to the correct plant and storage location. If it is not, you may need to create or adjust the material master data accordingly.
  
  
  Review Purchase Order: Examine the purchase order to ensure that it is correctly referencing the material. Check for any typographical errors or incorrect material numbers.
  
  
  Stock Availability: Check the stock levels for the material using transaction code MMBE. If the material is out of stock, you may need to expedite the procurement process or find alternative sources.
  
  
  Update Procurement Information: If the material is not available for procurement, you may need to update the procurement information or create a new purchase order for a different supplier.
  
  
  Consult with Supply Chain Team: If the issue is related to supply chain disruptions, consult with your supply chain or procurement team to understand the situation and find a resolution.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to materials management and procurement processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PMMO_PEGGING202 error and implement a solution to resolve it.