How To Fix /SAPSLL/PLUGINR3131 - Special procurement key &2 has not been defined for plant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/PLUGINR3 -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Special procurement key &2 has not been defined for plant &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/PLUGINR3131 - Special procurement key &2 has not been defined for plant &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/PLUGINR3131 indicates that a special procurement key has not been defined for a specific plant in the system. This error typically arises in the context of materials management and logistics, particularly when dealing with special procurement scenarios such as subcontracting, stock transfer, or third-party processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A special procurement key is required for a material in a specific plant, but it has not been defined in the system.
  The system is trying to process a transaction that requires a special procurement configuration, but the necessary settings are missing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the special procurement key for the relevant plant. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM01 (Create Material) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Select the Appropriate Views:
  
  Choose the relevant views that include procurement data, such as "Purchasing" or "MRP" (Material Requirements Planning).
  
  
  
  Enter the Plant:
  
  Specify the plant for which you want to define the special procurement key.
  
  
  
  Define Special Procurement Key:
  
  In the relevant field, enter the special procurement key that corresponds to your business requirements. This could be a key for subcontracting, stock transfer, or any other special procurement scenario.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about which special procurement key to use, consult with your SAP MM consultant or refer to your organization's procurement policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special Procurement Keys: These keys are used to define specific procurement processes for materials. Common keys include:
  
  30 for subcontracting
  40 for stock transfer
  50 for third-party processing
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02 - Change Material Master
  MM01 - Create Material Master
  MM03 - Display Material Master
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for detailed information on special procurement configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after defining the special procurement key, it may be necessary to check for additional configuration settings or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.