How To Fix SE023 - Selected document & is not a purchase order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Selected document & is not a purchase order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE023 - Selected document & is not a purchase order ?

  The SAP error message SE023, which states "Selected document & is not a purchase order," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that is only applicable to purchase orders (POs) but has selected a document type that is not a purchase order. This can happen in various transactions where the system expects a purchase order but receives a different document type, such as a contract, requisition, or invoice.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The user may have selected a document that is not a purchase order, such as a contract or a service entry sheet.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the document number or selecting the document from a list.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that does not recognize the selected document as a valid purchase order.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the selected document type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Type: Ensure that the document you are trying to process is indeed a purchase order. Check the document type and confirm it is a PO.
  Check Document Number: Double-check the document number entered to ensure it is correct and corresponds to a valid purchase order.
  Use the Correct Transaction: Make sure you are using the appropriate transaction code for the action you want to perform. For example, if you are trying to display or change a purchase order, use transaction codes like ME23N (Display PO) or ME22N (Change PO).
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If you believe the document should be recognized as a purchase order, consult with your IT department or SAP support team to check for any configuration issues or authorization problems.
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and process purchase orders in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing purchase orders, such as ME21N (Create PO), ME22N (Change PO), and ME23N (Display PO).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on purchase order processing and error handling.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider additional training for users on how to correctly handle purchase orders and related documents in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SE023 error and successfully work with purchase orders in SAP.