How To Fix RFM_MM_PUR_PC025 - Plant of item &1 and principal purchase agreement item do not match.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_MM_PUR_PC -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Plant of item &1 and principal purchase agreement item do not match.

What causes this issue?

You have entered a principal purchase agreement item whose plant does
not match the plant of the contract 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?

You need to enter a principal purchase agreement item whose plant is the
same as the plant of the contract item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC025 - Plant of item &1 and principal purchase agreement item do not match. ?

  The SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC025 indicates that there is a mismatch between the plant specified for a particular item and the plant associated with the principal purchase agreement item. This error typically occurs during the processing of purchase orders or when trying to create or modify purchase agreements.
  Cause:
  
  Plant Mismatch: The plant specified in the purchase order or item does not match the plant defined in the purchase agreement.
  Incorrect Purchase Agreement: The purchase agreement may not be set up for the specific plant you are trying to use.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the plant code or the purchase agreement number.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Plant Assignment:
  
  Check the plant assigned to the item in the purchase order or document.
  Ensure that the plant is correctly specified and matches the plant in the purchase agreement.
  
  
  
  Check Purchase Agreement:
  
  Review the principal purchase agreement to confirm that it is valid for the specified plant.
  If the agreement does not cover the plant, you may need to create a new purchase agreement that includes the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entered in the purchase order or agreement for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that the correct purchase agreement number is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Consult with Procurement:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct plant or purchase agreement, consult with your procurement or purchasing department for clarification.
  
  
  
  Update or Create Purchase Agreement:
  
  If necessary, update the existing purchase agreement to include the required plant or create a new agreement that covers the specific plant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME31K (Create Purchase Agreement) to manage purchase orders and agreements.
  Master Data: Ensure that the material master data and vendor master data are correctly maintained, as they can also affect the validity of purchase agreements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the plant and purchase agreement are correctly aligned.