How To Fix WRF_PRC_POHF064 - Grouping criterion PLANT infringed for purchasing document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_POHF - Messages for Seasonal Purchase Order Processing

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Grouping criterion PLANT infringed for purchasing document &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_POHF064 - Grouping criterion PLANT infringed for purchasing document &1 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_POHF064 indicates that there is an issue with the grouping criterion for a purchasing document, specifically related to the plant. This error typically arises in the context of purchasing documents such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions when the system detects that the grouping criteria defined for the document are not being met.
  Cause:
  The error message "Grouping criterion PLANT infringed for purchasing document &1" suggests that the purchasing document is trying to group items that belong to different plants. In SAP, certain purchasing documents can be configured to group items based on specific criteria, such as plant, vendor, or material type. If the items in the document belong to different plants, the system will raise this error to prevent inconsistencies.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Purchasing Document: Review the purchasing document (e.g., purchase order or requisition) that triggered the error. Look at the items included in the document and identify their respective plants.
  
  
  Ensure Consistency: Make sure that all items in the purchasing document belong to the same plant. If they do not, you will need to create separate purchasing documents for items from different plants.
  
  
  Review Grouping Criteria: Check the configuration settings for the purchasing document type in the SAP system. Ensure that the grouping criteria are set correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you are unsure about the configuration settings or how to adjust them, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in procurement processes.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making any necessary adjustments, test the purchasing document again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) to create or modify purchasing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on purchasing processes and grouping criteria to better understand how to manage and configure these settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your purchasing documents are processed correctly.