How To Fix /SAPPSPRO/GP_PA006 - Header ceiling amount of PO &3 exceeded

/SAPPSPRO/GP_PA006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPSPRO/GP_PA -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Header ceiling amount of PO &3 exceeded

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/SAPPSPRO/GP_PA006 - Details

• The SAP error message /SAPPSPRO/GP_PA006 Header ceiling amount of PO &3 exceeded typically occurs in the context of Purchase Orders (POs) when the total amount of the PO exceeds a predefined ceiling or limit set in the system. This limit is often configured in the system to control spending and ensure compliance with budgetary constraints.
  
  Cause:
  
  Ceiling Amount Exceeded: The total value of the purchase order exceeds the maximum allowable limit set in the system.
  Configuration Settings: The ceiling amount may be configured in the purchasing organization settings or specific to the vendor or material.
  Currency Issues: If the PO is in a different currency than the ceiling amount, conversion rates may lead to exceeding the limit.
  Multiple Line Items: The cumulative value of multiple line items in the PO may exceed the ceiling amount.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review PO Amount: Check the total amount of the purchase order and ensure it does not exceed the ceiling limit.
  Adjust Ceiling