How To Fix /SPE/PO_CHANGE005 - PO could not be changed with interchanging material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/PO_CHANGE -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: PO could not be changed with interchanging material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/PO_CHANGE005 - PO could not be changed with interchanging material ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/PO_CHANGE005 indicates that a Purchase Order (PO) could not be changed due to an issue with interchanging materials. This typically occurs when there is an attempt to change the material in a PO to a different material that is not allowed due to various reasons, such as configuration settings, material status, or other constraints.
  Causes:
  
  
  Material Interchangeability Settings: The materials involved may not be set up to be interchangeable in the system. This can be due to configuration settings in the material master or purchasing info records.
  
  
  Material Status: The material you are trying to interchange may have a status that prevents it from being used in the PO (e.g., blocked, inactive).
  
  
  Purchase Order Configuration: The PO may have specific configurations or conditions that restrict changes to the material.
  
  
  Dependencies on Other Documents: There may be dependencies on other documents (like contracts or scheduling agreements) that prevent the change.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to make the change may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Material Interchangeability: Review the material master records for both the original and new materials to ensure they are set up for interchangeability. You may need to adjust the settings in the material master or purchasing info records.
  
  
  Review Material Status: Check the status of the material you are trying to interchange. If it is blocked or inactive, you may need to change its status or select a different material.
  
  
  Examine PO Configuration: Look into the specific configurations of the PO. Ensure that the PO allows for changes to the material and that there are no restrictions in place.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies on other documents that might be causing the issue. If so, you may need to resolve those dependencies first.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the PO. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context of the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to troubleshoot and make necessary changes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert 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.