How To Fix /SAPPO/MSG027 - Entry not possible if reference is entered

/SAPPO/MSG027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPO/MSG -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Entry not possible if reference is entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPO/MSG027 - Entry not possible if reference is entered ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPO/MSG027 Entry not possible if reference is entered typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying purchase orders (POs) or purchase requisitions in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the reference document that you are trying to use when creating or modifying the PO.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Reference Document Restrictions: The system may have restrictions on the type of reference documents that can be used. For example, if you are trying to reference a document that is not allowed or is in a status that does not permit referencing.
  Incomplete Data: The reference document may not have all the required data or may be incomplete, leading to the inability to create a new entry based on it.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of references in certain