How To Fix PO404 - Empty entry selected

PO404 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Empty entry selected

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PO404 - Details

• The SAP error message PO404 "Empty entry selected" typically occurs when a user attempts to process a purchase order (PO) or related document, but the system detects that there is an empty or invalid entry in a required field. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to create, change, or display a purchase order.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: A required field in the purchase order or related document is left blank. This could be a vendor number, material number, or any other mandatory field.
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have selected an entry that does not exist or is not valid in the context of the operation being performed.
  Data Corruption: There may be issues with the data in the database, such as corruption or inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or edit certain entries, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Required Fields: Review the purchase order