How To Fix RFM_MM_PUR_PC038 - Missing subitem for item &1. See long text.

RFM_MM_PUR_PC038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_MM_PUR_PC -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Missing subitem for item &1. See long text.

What causes this issue?

You have entered a principal purchase agreement item which has subitems.

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 subitems for the item.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

RFM_MM_PUR_PC038 - Details

• The SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC038, which states "Missing subitem for item &1. See long text," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that there is a missing subitem for a specified item in the document.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Subitem Definition: The item in question is expected to have a subitem defined, but it is not present in the document.
  Incorrect Item Configuration: The item may not be configured correctly in the material master or purchasing info record.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry, leading to the omission of the subitem.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may require subitems, and if the document type does not support subitems, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Configuration: Verify the configuration of the item in the material master. Ensure that the item is set up to allow subitems if required.
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