How To Fix RFM_MM_PUR_PC039 - Principal purchase agreement can't be used for item &1. See long text.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_MM_PUR_PC -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Principal purchase agreement can't be used for item &1. See long text.

What causes this issue?

The higher-level item of the variant is not linked to a principal
purchase agreement 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 principal purchase agreement item for the higher-level item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC039 - Principal purchase agreement can't be used for item &1. See long text. ?

  The SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC039 indicates that a principal purchase agreement cannot be used for a specific item in a purchasing document. This error typically arises in the context of procurement processes when there are issues with the configuration or the data associated with the purchase agreement.
  Cause:
  
  Item Category Restrictions: The item category of the line item may not be compatible with the principal purchase agreement. Certain agreements are only valid for specific item categories.
  Material Master Data: The material associated with the item may not be linked correctly to the purchase agreement or may not be defined in the material master.
  Validity Period: The purchase agreement may not be valid for the date of the transaction. Check if the agreement is active and within its validity period.
  Plant or Vendor Restrictions: The agreement may be restricted to specific plants or vendors, and the item in question does not meet these criteria.
  Agreement Type: The type of purchase agreement (e.g., framework agreement, contract) may not be suitable for the item being ordered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Category: Verify that the item category of the line item is compatible with the principal purchase agreement. If not, consider changing the item category or using a different agreement.
  Review Material Master: Ensure that the material is correctly defined in the material master and is linked to the purchase agreement.
  Validate Agreement Dates: Check the validity dates of the purchase agreement to ensure it is active for the date of the transaction.
  Check Plant and Vendor: Confirm that the plant and vendor associated with the item are included in the purchase agreement.
  Review Agreement Type: Ensure that the type of purchase agreement is appropriate for the item being ordered. If necessary, create a new agreement that fits the requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide additional context or specific details about why the agreement cannot be used. You can access this by navigating to the error message in the SAP system.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or ME32K (Change Contract) to review the details of the purchase agreement.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.