How To Fix /SAPMP/PUR107 - Enter a plant; configuration will not be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPMP/PUR -

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Enter a plant; configuration will not be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPMP/PUR107 - Enter a plant; configuration will not be created ?

  The SAP error message /SAPMP/PUR107 Enter a plant; configuration will not be created typically occurs in the context of purchasing or materials management when a user attempts to create or configure a purchasing document (like a purchase order or a purchase requisition) without specifying a plant. The plant is a crucial organizational unit in SAP that represents a physical location where inventory is stored, production occurs, or services are provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Plant Information: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a plant in the relevant field. The plant is necessary for the system to determine where the materials are to be sourced or delivered.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a plant to be specified for certain transactions.
  User Role/Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user might not have the necessary authorizations to view or select a plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Plant: The immediate solution is to ensure that you enter a valid plant in the relevant field before attempting to create or configure the document. Check the dropdown list or use the search function to find the correct plant.
  Check Configuration: If you are a system administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the configuration for the purchasing documents allows for plant selection. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select plants. This may involve checking user roles and profiles in the SAP system.
  Training and Documentation: If users frequently encounter this error, consider providing training or documentation on how to properly enter plant information in purchasing transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), and ME31K (Create Contract) where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or internal documentation that outlines the process for creating purchasing documents, including the importance of entering a plant.
  
  By addressing the missing plant information and ensuring proper configuration and user authorization, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your purchasing activities in SAP.