How To Fix RFM_ALIGNMENT058 - PR &1 item &2 and PO &3 item &4 is not a valid alignment combination.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_ALIGNMENT -

• Message number: 058

• Message text: PR &1 item &2 and PO &3 item &4 is not a valid alignment combination.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_ALIGNMENT058 - PR &1 item &2 and PO &3 item &4 is not a valid alignment combination. ?

  The SAP error message RFM_ALIGNMENT058 indicates that there is an issue with the alignment of a Purchase Requisition (PR) item and a Purchase Order (PO) item. Specifically, it means that the combination of the PR item and the PO item is not valid according to the alignment rules set in the system.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Mismatch in Item Categories: The item categories of the PR and PO do not match. For example, if the PR item is a service and the PO item is for a material, this could lead to an alignment issue.
  
  
  Different Account Assignment: The account assignment types for the PR and PO items may differ. For instance, if one is assigned to a cost center and the other to a project, this could cause a misalignment.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the PR and PO, such as different material numbers, vendor information, or other relevant details.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration for alignment rules may not be set up correctly, leading to valid combinations being flagged as invalid.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Item Categories: Verify that the item categories for both the PR and PO are compatible. Ensure that they are aligned according to the business requirements.
  
  
  Review Account Assignments: Ensure that the account assignment types for both the PR and PO items are the same. If they differ, you may need to adjust one of them to match.
  
  
  Validate Data Consistency: Check the details of both the PR and PO items for any discrepancies. Ensure that all relevant fields (like material number, vendor, etc.) are consistent.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the alignment rules set in the system. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for the desired combinations.
  
  
  Recreate the PR or PO: In some cases, it may be easier to recreate the PR or PO with the correct settings rather than trying to adjust the existing documents.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition) to review and modify the documents.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal can provide additional documentation and troubleshooting steps related to purchase requisitions and orders.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RFM_ALIGNMENT058 error message.