How To Fix /SPE/INBVAL042 - No Inforecord found for Vendor &1 and Material &2 to create PO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/INBVAL -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No Inforecord found for Vendor &1 and Material &2 to create PO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/INBVAL042 - No Inforecord found for Vendor &1 and Material &2 to create PO ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/INBVAL042 indicates that there is no info record found for the specified vendor and material combination when trying to create a Purchase Order (PO). This error typically arises in the context of procurement processes in SAP, particularly when using the info record to streamline purchasing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Info Record: The most common cause is that there is no info record created for the specified vendor and material combination in the system.
  Incorrect Vendor or Material: The vendor or material number entered may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  Info Record Status: The info record may be inactive or blocked, preventing its use.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization if the vendor or material was recently created or modified.
  Purchasing Organization: The info record may not be valid for the purchasing organization being used in the PO.
  
  Solution:
  
  Create Info Record: If the info record does not exist, you need to create it. This can be done using transaction code ME11 (Create Info Record). Ensure you enter the correct vendor and material details.
  Check Existing Info Records: Use transaction code ME12 (Change Info Record) or ME13 (Display Info Record) to check if an info record exists for the vendor and material. If it exists but is inactive, you may need to reactivate it.
  Verify Vendor and Material: Double-check the vendor and material numbers for accuracy. Ensure they are correctly entered in the PO.
  Check Purchasing Organization: Ensure that the info record is valid for the purchasing organization you are using. You can check this in the info record details.
  Consult with Master Data Team: If you are unsure about the info record or if it should exist, consult with your master data management team to verify the data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME11: Create Info Record
  ME12: Change Info Record
  ME13: Display Info Record
  ME1M: Display Info Records by Material
  ME1L: Display Info Records by Vendor
  
  
  Info Record Fields: When creating or checking an info record, ensure that key fields such as vendor, material, purchasing organization, and plant are correctly filled out.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP training materials for detailed steps on managing info records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create the Purchase Order.