How To Fix RFM_ALIGNMENT060 - Purchase Order &1 item &2 is not account assigned.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_ALIGNMENT -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Purchase Order &1 item &2 is not account assigned.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_ALIGNMENT060 - Purchase Order &1 item &2 is not account assigned. ?

  The SAP error message RFM_ALIGNMENT060 indicates that a purchase order (PO) item is not properly account assigned. This typically occurs when the system expects a specific account assignment for the item, but it is missing or incorrectly configured. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Account Assignment: The purchase order item may not have an account assignment category defined, which is required for certain types of items (e.g., services, stock items).
  Incorrect Account Assignment Category: The account assignment category may not be appropriate for the item type or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material master or vendor master data that prevent proper account assignment.
  Item Type: Certain item types (like service items) require account assignment, while others (like stock items) may not.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment:
  
  Open the purchase order in the SAP system.
  Navigate to the item details and check the account assignment category.
  Ensure that the account assignment category is set correctly (e.g., "K" for cost center, "A" for asset, etc.).
  
  
  
  Update Purchase Order:
  
  If the account assignment is missing, you can update the purchase order item to include the necessary account assignment information.
  Use transaction code ME22N to change the purchase order and add the required account assignment.
  
  
  
  Review Material and Vendor Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data to ensure that the account assignment category is correctly defined.
  Review the vendor master data to ensure that it is set up to allow for the required account assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings for account assignment categories in the system.
  Ensure that the configuration aligns with the business processes and requirements.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to properly create and manage purchase orders, including the importance of account assignments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  Account Assignment Categories: Familiarize yourself with the different account assignment categories and their purposes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on purchase order processing and account assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RFM_ALIGNMENT060 error and ensure that your purchase orders are correctly configured for account assignments.