Message type: E = Error
Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition
Message number: 501
Message text: Purchase order item is not a service item
You have chosen an item that is not a service item.
Choose an item with item category "D" from this document or choose
another purchase order containing service items.
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SE501
- Purchase order item is not a service item ?The SAP error message SE501, which states "Purchase order item is not a service item," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an action related to a purchase order item that is not classified as a service item. This error is common in scenarios where the system expects a service item but receives a material item instead.
Cause: Item Category: The purchase order item is defined with an item category that is not designated for services (e.g., standard item category instead of service item category). Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the purchase order item may not align with the expected service item settings. Document Type: The document type used for the purchase order may not support service items. Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during the data entry process, leading to the selection of the wrong item type.
Solution: Check Item Category: Verify the item category of the purchase order. Ensure that it
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