How To Fix WB2B007 - The description of PO type & was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 007

• Message text: The description of PO type & was not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B007 - The description of PO type & was not found ?

  The SAP error message WB2B007, which states "The description of PO type & was not found," typically occurs when there is an issue with the Purchase Order (PO) type configuration in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when creating or processing purchase orders in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing PO Type Description: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find a description for the specified Purchase Order type. This can happen if the PO type has not been properly configured or if it has been deleted or deactivated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The PO type may not be correctly set up in the system, or there may be inconsistencies in the configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system (e.g., from a development to a production environment), the transport may not have included the necessary data for the PO type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check PO Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Define Purchase Order Types.
  Verify that the PO type in question is listed and has a valid description.
  
  
  
  Maintain PO Type Description:
  
  If the PO type exists but lacks a description, you can add or modify the description in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions:
  
  Ensure that the PO type has not been deleted or marked for deletion in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the PO type configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or MM consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WB2B007 error and ensure that the Purchase Order type is correctly configured in your SAP system.