How To Fix /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY007 - Enter exactly one purchaser responsible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Enter exactly one purchaser responsible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY007 - Enter exactly one purchaser responsible ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY007 indicates that the system requires exactly one purchaser responsible to be assigned in the context of a purchasing document or a related transaction. This error typically occurs in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module when creating or modifying a purchasing document, such as a purchase order or a shopping cart.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  Multiple Purchaser Responsible Entries: The system detects that there are either no purchaser responsible entries or multiple entries when it expects exactly one.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the purchasing organization or the roles assigned to users.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have inadvertently left the purchaser responsible field blank or entered multiple values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Purchaser Responsible Field:
  
  Ensure that you have entered exactly one purchaser responsible in the relevant field. If you have multiple entries, remove the extras and keep only one.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user creating or modifying the document has the appropriate roles and authorizations to assign a purchaser responsible.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SRM system to ensure that the purchaser responsible is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the settings in the customizing transaction (SPRO) related to purchasing and supplier management.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the data in the system is consistent. If there are any inconsistencies in the master data related to the purchaser responsible, correct them.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific configuration and requirements for the purchaser responsible in your version of SAP SRM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP SRM that may help in managing purchasing documents, such as BBP_PD for purchase orders or BBP_C01 for shopping carts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message that may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering purchaser responsible information to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your purchasing activities in SAP SRM.