How To Fix /SPE/DIRDLV009 - Purchase order document type cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/DIRDLV -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Purchase order document type cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/DIRDLV009 - Purchase order document type cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/DIRDLV009 indicates that the system is unable to determine the purchase order document type during a delivery process. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with logistics and procurement processes in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type for the purchase order may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Purchase Order: The purchase order being referenced may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the purchase order, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the purchase order or its details.
  Document Type Not Assigned: The document type for the purchase order may not be assigned to the relevant purchasing organization or plant.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and ensure that the document types for purchase orders are correctly defined and assigned to the relevant purchasing organization and plant.
  Verify that the document type is active and properly linked to the purchasing process.
  
  
  
  Verify Purchase Order:
  
  Check if the purchase order exists in the system. Use transaction codes like ME23N to display the purchase order and ensure it is valid.
  Ensure that the purchase order is not in a deleted or blocked status.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like SE11 to check the table structure and data.
  If necessary, perform a data correction or re-entry of the purchase order details.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the purchase order. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Assignment:
  
  Check the assignment of document types in the configuration settings. Ensure that the document type is assigned to the correct purchasing organization and plant.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), SPRO (Configuration).
  Tables: EKKO (Purchasing Document Header), EKPO (Purchasing Document Item).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.