How To Fix VPKGUI003 - Choose an inquiry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VPKGUI - Sales Pricing, Interface

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Choose an inquiry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VPKGUI003 - Choose an inquiry ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VPKGUI003 - Choose an inquiry
  
  Cause:
  The error message VPKGUI003 - Choose an inquiry typically occurs in the context of SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) or Customer Service modules when a user is trying to process or display data related to sales inquiries but has not selected or specified an inquiry document.
  In other words, the system expects the user to select an inquiry (a sales inquiry document) before proceeding, but no inquiry has been chosen. This can happen in transactions or custom programs where the inquiry number is mandatory for further processing.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  When you try to proceed in a transaction or screen that requires an inquiry document number but none is provided.
  When using certain SAP GUI screens or custom developments that handle sales inquiries.
  Possibly during sales order creation or inquiry processing steps where the system expects an inquiry reference.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Inquiry:
  
  Make sure to select or enter a valid inquiry number before proceeding. If you are in a selection screen or a list, highlight or choose the inquiry document.
  
  
  Check Input Fields:
  
  Verify that the inquiry document field is not empty and contains a valid inquiry number.
  
  
  Use Search Help:
  
  If you do not know the inquiry number, use the search help (F4) to find and select the appropriate inquiry.
  
  
  Check Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  If this error appears in a custom program or enhancement, ensure that the logic correctly handles the inquiry selection and that the inquiry number is passed properly.
  
  
  Transaction Usage:
  
  Use the correct transaction for inquiry processing, such as VA11 (Create Inquiry), VA12 (Change Inquiry), or VA13 (Display Inquiry), and ensure you have the inquiry number ready.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Inquiry Document: A sales inquiry is a document created by a customer to request information about products or services. It is a non-binding request and precedes sales orders.
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  VA11: Create Inquiry  
  VA12: Change Inquiry  
  VA13: Display Inquiry  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes or OSS messages if the error persists or if it occurs in a specific scenario or custom development.
  User Training: Users should be trained to understand the sales inquiry process and the importance of selecting the correct inquiry document.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: No inquiry document selected when required.  
  Solution: Select or enter a valid inquiry document number before proceeding.  
  Related: Sales inquiry processing transactions (VA11, VA12, VA13), proper input validation, and user training.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this error occurs, I can help with more specific guidance.