How To Fix WRF_PRC_CTR040 - Not a Seasonal Procurement Purchase Order

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_CTR - Purchasing Procurement Controlling Seasonal Procurement

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Not a Seasonal Procurement Purchase Order

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_CTR040 - Not a Seasonal Procurement Purchase Order ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_CTR040 indicates that a purchase order (PO) is not recognized as a seasonal procurement purchase order. This error typically arises in the context of managing seasonal products, where specific procurement processes and settings are required.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect PO Type: The purchase order may not be set up as a seasonal procurement order. This can happen if the PO type or the item category does not align with the seasonal procurement settings.
  Master Data Issues: The material master data may not be configured correctly for seasonal procurement. This includes settings in the material type, procurement type, or other relevant fields.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration in the SAP system for seasonal procurement may not be properly set up, leading to the system not recognizing the PO as seasonal.
  Item Category: The item category used in the purchase order may not support seasonal procurement.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check PO Type: Verify that the purchase order is created with the correct type that supports seasonal procurement. If necessary, create a new PO with the appropriate type.
  Review Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data for the items in the PO is correctly set up for seasonal procurement. Check the following:
  
  Procurement type
  Item category
  Seasonal procurement settings
  
  
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for seasonal procurement are correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the configuration in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under the relevant procurement settings.
  Item Category Check: Ensure that the item category used in the purchase order is compatible with seasonal procurement. If it is not, consider changing the item category to one that supports seasonal procurement.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on seasonal procurement setup.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to seasonal procurement processes to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the purchase order can be processed without triggering the error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.