How To Fix SPC02812 - Material & not present in the PO &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPC02 - Messages for 2nd phase of SPEC2000

• Message number: 812

• Message text: Material & not present in the PO &

What causes this issue?

Material change allowed only by S1ORDEXC. The material in the SPEC 2000
message cannot be found in the Purchase Order.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPC02812 - Material & not present in the PO & ?

  The SAP error message SPC02812 typically indicates that a material is not present in the Purchase Order (PO) when trying to perform a specific action, such as creating a goods receipt or processing an invoice. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the procurement process or when managing inventory.
  Cause:
  
  Material Not Included in PO: The material you are trying to process is not listed in the specified Purchase Order.
  Incorrect PO Number: The PO number entered may be incorrect or does not correspond to the material in question.
  Material Master Data Issues: The material may not be properly set up in the system, or it may not be active for the relevant purchasing organization.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type of the PO may not allow the inclusion of the specific material.
  Status of the PO: The PO may be in a status that does not allow further processing (e.g., closed or completed).
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify PO Details: Check the Purchase Order to ensure that the material is indeed included. You can do this by navigating to the PO in SAP and reviewing the line items.
  Check Material Master: Ensure that the material is correctly set up in the Material Master and is active for the relevant purchasing organization.
  Correct PO Number: Double-check the PO number you are using to ensure it is correct and corresponds to the material you are trying to process.
  Review Document Type: Ensure that the document type of the PO allows for the inclusion of the material in question.
  PO Status: Check the status of the PO. If it is closed or completed, you may need to create a new PO or modify the existing one if possible.
  Consult with Procurement Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your procurement or purchasing team to ensure that the material should be part of the PO and to get further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view the details of the PO and check the material.
  Material Master Data: Use transaction code MM03 to view the material master data and ensure it is set up correctly.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs or messages in SAP for additional context or related issues that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for further assistance.