How To Fix VL663 - No rough goods issue defined for the purchase orders selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 663

• Message text: No rough goods issue defined for the purchase orders selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL663 - No rough goods issue defined for the purchase orders selected ?

  The SAP error message VL663, "No rough goods issue defined for the purchase orders selected," typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management when trying to process a goods issue for a purchase order that does not have the necessary configuration or settings defined for rough goods issues.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The system may not have a rough goods issue defined for the specific purchase order or material type. This can happen if the configuration for handling rough goods is not set up in the system.
  Incorrect Purchase Order Type: The purchase order may not be of a type that allows for rough goods issues.
  Material Master Settings: The material master record may not be configured to allow rough goods issues.
  Document Type Settings: The document type for the goods issue may not be correctly linked to the purchase order type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for inventory management and goods issues.
  Ensure that rough goods issues are defined for the relevant purchase order types and materials.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order:
  
  Check the purchase order in question to ensure it is correctly set up and that it is of a type that allows for rough goods issues.
  Verify that the purchase order is not blocked or has any other issues that might prevent processing.
  
  
  
  Material Master Review:
  
  Access the material master record (Transaction MM03) and check the settings related to inventory management and goods issues.
  Ensure that the material is set up to allow rough goods issues.
  
  
  
  Document Type Configuration:
  
  Check the document type settings for the goods issue (Transaction OMBT) to ensure that it is correctly configured to handle rough goods issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration steps related to rough goods issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any necessary changes, perform a test to see if the error persists when attempting to process the goods issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), MIGO (Goods Movement), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to VL663 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the goods issue operation.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further troubleshooting.