How To Fix WRF_PRC_OTB208 - No suitable entry in EKET

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_OTB - Purchasing, Open-To-Buy, Seasonal Procurement Messages

• Message number: 208

• Message text: No suitable entry in EKET

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_OTB208 - No suitable entry in EKET ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_OTB208 indicates that there is "No suitable entry in EKET." This error typically occurs in the context of procurement and inventory management, particularly when dealing with scheduling agreements or purchase orders.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Scheduling Agreement Data: The system cannot find a suitable entry in the EKET table (which contains scheduling agreement delivery schedules) for the specified material, vendor, or delivery date.
  
  
  Incorrect or Incomplete Data: The data entered in the purchase order or scheduling agreement may be incorrect or incomplete, leading to a mismatch with the entries in the EKET table.
  
  
  Delivery Date Issues: The requested delivery date may not fall within the valid delivery periods defined in the scheduling agreement.
  
  
  Material or Vendor Not Defined: The material or vendor may not be properly defined in the system, or there may be no active scheduling agreements for the specified combination.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Scheduling Agreement: Verify that the scheduling agreement exists for the material and vendor combination. You can do this by checking the EKET table directly or using transaction codes like ME33L (Display Scheduling Agreement).
  
  
  Review Delivery Dates: Ensure that the delivery date you are trying to use falls within the valid delivery periods defined in the scheduling agreement. If it does not, you may need to adjust the delivery date or modify the scheduling agreement.
  
  
  Validate Data Entry: Double-check the data entered in the purchase order or scheduling agreement for accuracy. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Check Material and Vendor Master Data: Ensure that the material and vendor master data are correctly set up and that there are no issues with their configuration.
  
  
  Consult with Procurement Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your procurement or materials management team to ensure that the necessary agreements and data are in place.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33L (Display Scheduling Agreement), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to help you navigate and troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to procurement processes, scheduling agreements, and the EKET table for a deeper understanding of how these components interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.