How To Fix RFM_MM_PUR_PC003 - Plant for Item &1 and the higher-level item donÆt match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_MM_PUR_PC -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Plant for Item &1 and the higher-level item donÆt match

What causes this issue?

Plant of the subitem and the higher-level item value don?t match.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a higher-level item that has the same plant as the subitem.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC003 - Plant for Item &1 and the higher-level item donÆt match ?

  The SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC003 indicates that there is a mismatch between the plant specified for a particular item and the plant associated with its higher-level item in a purchasing document (like a purchase order or a purchase requisition). This typically occurs in scenarios where items are structured in a hierarchy, such as in a bill of materials (BOM) or when dealing with configurable materials.
  Cause:
  
  Plant Mismatch: The item you are trying to process has a different plant assigned than the higher-level item. This can happen if the higher-level item is set up in a different plant or if the item is being referenced incorrectly.
  Configuration Issues: If the items are part of a configurable material, the configuration might not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies in plant assignments.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of the purchase order or requisition can lead to mismatched plant assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Master Data: Verify the master data for both the item and the higher-level item. Ensure that both are assigned to the same plant. You can do this by checking the material master records in transaction MM03.
  Adjust Purchase Document: If the plant for the item is incorrect in the purchase document, you may need to change it to match the higher-level item’s plant. This can be done in the purchase order or requisition.
  Review BOM or Configuration: If the items are part of a BOM or a configurable material, review the BOM settings or the configuration settings to ensure that the plant assignments are consistent.
  Consult with Master Data Team: If you are unsure about the correct plant assignments, consult with your master data management team or the person responsible for maintaining material master data.
  Error Handling: If the error persists after checking the above, consider checking for any custom validations or enhancements that might be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) to check and modify the relevant data.
  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 material management and purchasing processes, which may provide additional insights into handling such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RFM_MM_PUR_PC003 error and ensure that the plant assignments for your items are consistent.