How To Fix /SRMSMC/CMN_BL136 - PUC ID used: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/CMN_BL -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: PUC ID used: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL136 - PUC ID used: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/CMN_BL136 PUC ID used: &1 typically relates to issues with the Purchase Order (PO) or Purchase Requisition (PR) in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module. The error indicates that there is a problem with the PUC (Purchasing Unit Code) ID that is being referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid PUC ID: The PUC ID specified in the transaction may not exist or may not be valid in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SRM system related to the PUC settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that are causing the error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified PUC ID.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check PUC ID: Verify that the PUC ID referenced in the error message is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant master data.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the PUC settings are correctly configured in the SRM system. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SPRO.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant master data and transactional data to identify any discrepancies.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the PUC ID.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be available.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) to investigate the PUC ID in question.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.