How To Fix PO311 - Use a priority between 1 and 99

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Use a priority between 1 and 99

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO311 - Use a priority between 1 and 99 ?

  The SAP error message PO311, which states "Use a priority between 1 and 99," typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying purchase orders or other procurement-related documents in SAP. This error indicates that the priority value you have entered is outside the acceptable range defined by the system.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the priority value assigned to a purchase order or procurement document is either:
  
  Less than 1
  Greater than 99
  Not a numeric value
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PO311 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Priority Field: 
  
  Go to the purchase order or procurement document where the error occurred.
  Locate the priority field (often labeled as "Priority" or "Delivery Priority").
  
  
  
  Enter a Valid Value:
  
  Ensure that the value you enter is a whole number between 1 and 99.
  If you are unsure of what priority to assign, consult your organization's procurement guidelines or policies.
  
  
  
  Save the Document:
  
  After entering a valid priority, attempt to save the document again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration (if applicable):
  
  If you are consistently encountering this error, it may be worth checking the configuration settings in SAP to ensure that the priority field is set up correctly. This may require assistance from your SAP administrator or technical team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Priority Values: In SAP, priority values are often used to determine the urgency of a purchase order. A lower number may indicate higher urgency, while a higher number may indicate lower urgency, but this can vary based on organizational practices.
  Documentation: Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or user manuals for specific guidelines on how to assign priorities to procurement documents.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may be able to provide insights based on system configurations or customizations specific to your organization.
  
  By ensuring that the priority value is within the specified range, you should be able to resolve the PO311 error and proceed with your procurement activities in SAP.