How To Fix PO282 - & entries found for comparison

PO282 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 282

• Message text: & entries found for comparison

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO282 - & entries found for comparison ?

  The SAP error message PO282 typically relates to issues with purchase orders (POs) and can occur in various contexts, often indicating that there are discrepancies or issues with the data being processed. The specific message "entries found for comparison" suggests that there are entries in the system that do not match or align with the expected data, which can lead to errors during processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Mismatch: The most common cause of PO282 is a mismatch between the purchase order data and the data in the related documents (like goods receipts, invoices, etc.).
  Incomplete Data: Missing or incomplete data in the purchase order or related documents can trigger this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to discrepancies in how data is compared.
  Document Status: The status of the documents involved (e.g., if a PO is marked as closed but still has open items) can also cause this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Purchase