How To Fix VL671 - Purchase order does not contain items for plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 671

• Message text: Purchase order does not contain items for plant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL671 - Purchase order does not contain items for plant & ?

  The SAP error message VL671 indicates that a purchase order (PO) does not contain any items for the specified plant. This error typically occurs during the process of creating a delivery or when trying to perform goods movements related to a purchase order.
  Cause:
  
  No Items in PO for the Plant: The most common cause is that the purchase order does not have any line items assigned to the plant you are trying to process.
  Incorrect Plant Assignment: The plant specified in the delivery or goods movement may not match the plant associated with the items in the purchase order.
  PO Status: The purchase order may be in a status that does not allow for delivery processing (e.g., it may be closed or not fully released).
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the plant code or purchase order number.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order: Verify the purchase order in question to ensure that it contains items assigned to the specified plant. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the purchase order in SAP (Transaction Code: ME23N).
  Checking the line items and ensuring they are linked to the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Correct Plant Assignment: If the plant in the delivery or goods movement is incorrect, ensure that you are using the correct plant code that matches the items in the purchase order.
  
  
  Review PO Status: Ensure that the purchase order is in a status that allows for delivery processing. If it is closed or not fully released, you may need to take appropriate actions to change its status.
  
  
  Create New Delivery: If the purchase order is valid but you are still encountering issues, try creating a new delivery for the purchase order to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult with Procurement: If you are unsure about the validity of the purchase order or its items, consult with your procurement or purchasing department to verify the details.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  VL01N: Create Outbound Delivery
  VL02N: Change Outbound Delivery
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for more details on handling purchase orders and deliveries.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further troubleshooting.