How To Fix RFM_ALIGNMENT000 - Purchase Requisition &1 item &2 aligned to Purchase Order &3 item &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_ALIGNMENT -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Purchase Requisition &1 item &2 aligned to Purchase Order &3 item &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_ALIGNMENT000 - Purchase Requisition &1 item &2 aligned to Purchase Order &3 item &4 ?

  The SAP error message RFM_ALIGNMENT000 indicates that there is a misalignment between a Purchase Requisition (PR) and a Purchase Order (PO). Specifically, it suggests that the item in the Purchase Requisition does not match the corresponding item in the Purchase Order. This can occur due to various reasons, such as differences in quantity, price, or item details.
  Causes:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The quantity specified in the Purchase Requisition does not match the quantity in the Purchase Order.
  Price Discrepancy: The price in the Purchase Requisition is different from the price in the Purchase Order.
  Item Description or Material Number: The item description or material number in the Purchase Requisition does not match the one in the Purchase Order.
  Changes in Purchase Order: If the Purchase Order was modified after it was created, it may no longer align with the original Purchase Requisition.
  Different Units of Measure: The units of measure for the items may differ between the PR and PO.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review the Purchase Requisition and Purchase Order: Check both documents for discrepancies in quantity, price, item description, and units of measure.
  Adjust the Purchase Order: If the Purchase Order is incorrect, it may need to be adjusted to align with the Purchase Requisition.
  Update the Purchase Requisition: If the Purchase Requisition is outdated or incorrect, it may need to be updated to reflect the correct details.
  Consult with Procurement: If there are significant discrepancies, it may be necessary to consult with the procurement team to understand the changes and align the documents.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (e.g., ME23N for Purchase Order display, ME51N for Purchase Requisition creation) to review and edit the documents as needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders, such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME22N (Change Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders.
  Training and Documentation: Review SAP training materials or documentation related to procurement processes to better understand how to manage Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders effectively.
  
  By addressing the specific cause of the misalignment, you can resolve the error and ensure that the Purchase Requisition and Purchase Order are properly aligned.