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How To Fix WP643 - Purchase order item &1 does not exist for plant &2


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WP - Messages from POS interface

  • Message number: 643

  • Message text: Purchase order item &1 does not exist for plant &2

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WP643 - Purchase order item &1 does not exist for plant &2 ?

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    SAP Error Message:

    WP643 - Purchase order item &1 does not exist for plant &2


    Meaning / Cause:

    This error occurs when you try to reference or process a purchase order item that is not assigned or does not exist for the specified plant. In other words, the system cannot find the purchase order item number (&1) linked to the plant (&2) you are working with.

    Common causes include:

    • The purchase order item number entered is incorrect or does not exist in the purchase order for the given plant.
    • The purchase order item exists but is assigned to a different plant.
    • Data inconsistencies or incomplete data entry in the purchase order.
    • Attempting to create or change a goods receipt, invoice, or other document referencing a PO item that is not valid for the plant.

    When does it occur?

    • During goods receipt posting against a purchase order.
    • When creating or changing purchase order-related documents (e.g., invoice verification).
    • When referencing purchase order items in custom programs or transactions.

    Solution / How to fix:

    1. Verify Purchase Order and Plant Assignment:

      • Check the purchase order in transaction ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
      • Confirm that the item number (&1) exists in the PO and is assigned to the plant (&2).
      • If the plant is incorrect, correct the plant assignment in the PO item or use the correct plant in your transaction.
    2. Check the Item Number:

      • Ensure that the item number you are referencing is valid and correctly entered.
      • Sometimes, the item number might be off by one digit or referencing a non-existent item.
    3. Check for Data Consistency:

      • Run consistency checks or use transaction ME22N to edit and save the PO again to refresh data.
      • If the PO is incomplete or corrupted, recreate or correct the PO.
    4. Review Custom Code or Interfaces:

      • If this error occurs in a custom program or interface, verify that the correct PO item and plant are passed.
      • Debug the program to check the values being used.
    5. Check Authorization and User Input:

      • Sometimes, users may enter wrong data due to lack of authorization or misunderstanding.
      • Provide training or restrict input fields if necessary.

    Additional Information:

    • Message Class: WP6
    • Transaction Codes: ME21N, ME22N, ME23N, MIGO, MIRO
    • Related Notes:
      • SAP Note 123456 (example) might provide specific fixes if this is a known bug.
      • Check OSS notes for your SAP version if the problem persists.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Error Purchase order item &1 does not exist for plant &2
    Cause PO item not assigned or does not exist for the plant
    Solution Verify PO item and plant assignment; correct data entry; check custom code
    Transactions ME23N, ME22N, MIGO, MIRO

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