How To Fix RFM_MM_PUR_PC006 - No subitem entered for Higher-Level Item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_MM_PUR_PC -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: No subitem entered for Higher-Level Item &1

What causes this issue?

Subitem is mandatory when you enter a higher-level item.

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 subitem for the higher-level item or change the Customizing
settings in the <ZK>SAP Customizing Implementation Guide >> Materials
Management >>Purchasing >>Contract >>Maintain Document Types for Fashion
</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC006 - No subitem entered for Higher-Level Item &1 ?

  The SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC006, which states "No subitem entered for Higher-Level Item &1," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when there is an issue with item hierarchy or subitem assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Subitem: The error indicates that a higher-level item (e.g., a main item in a purchase order) does not have any associated subitems. In SAP, items can be structured hierarchically, where a higher-level item may require one or more subitems to be defined.
  Incorrect Item Configuration: The configuration of the item in the material master or the purchasing document may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of subitems.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the purchasing document, the user may have forgotten to enter subitems for the higher-level item.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Structure: Review the purchasing document to ensure that the higher-level item has the necessary subitems defined. If subitems are required, they should be added.
  Review Material Master Data: Check the material master data for the higher-level item to ensure that it is configured correctly to allow subitems. This may involve checking the item category and settings related to item hierarchy.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to a data entry mistake, correct the purchasing document by adding the required subitems.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly structure items and subitems in purchasing documents.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training to users on how to correctly enter and manage purchasing documents in SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to manage purchasing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the error and ensuring that the purchasing documents are correctly structured, you should be able to resolve the RFM_MM_PUR_PC006 error.