How To Fix VHURL756 - Account &1: Creation of a purchase order not necessary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHURL - Messages for Returnable Packaging Account Processing

• Message number: 756

• Message text: Account &1: Creation of a purchase order not necessary

What causes this issue?

The difference between the reorder point and the current account
balance is smaller than the total amount of open purchase order
quantities for the contract and the shipping notifications which have
not been posted yet. Therefore, it is not necessary to create another
purchase order.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHURL756 - Account &1: Creation of a purchase order not necessary ?

  The SAP error message VHURL756 indicates that the system has determined that the creation of a purchase order (PO) is not necessary for the specified account. This can occur in various scenarios, typically related to procurement processes or when dealing with specific account settings.
  Cause:
  
  Account Configuration: The account in question may be configured in such a way that it does not require a purchase order for transactions. This could be due to settings in the vendor master data or account group settings.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the transaction may not allow for the creation of a purchase order.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules or conditions defined in the system that dictate when a purchase order is required. If these conditions are not met, the system will prevent the creation of a PO.
  Existing Agreements: There may be existing contracts or agreements that negate the need for a new purchase order.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Account Configuration: Review the vendor master data for the account in question. Ensure that the settings allow for the creation of purchase orders.
  Review Document Type: Check the document type settings in the configuration to ensure that it supports the creation of purchase orders.
  Examine Business Rules: Investigate any business rules or conditions that may be preventing the creation of a purchase order. This may involve consulting with your SAP functional team or reviewing configuration settings.
  Existing Contracts: Verify if there are existing contracts or agreements that might be affecting the need for a new purchase order. If so, you may need to reference these instead of creating a new PO.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for further insights into the specific error message and related configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to create purchase orders, as restrictions may also lead to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for a more in-depth analysis.