How To Fix WRF_PRC_POHF204 - Grouping error: different purchasing org. for collective number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Grouping error: different purchasing org. for collective number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_POHF204 - Grouping error: different purchasing org. for collective number &1 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_POHF204 indicates a grouping error related to purchasing organizations when processing collective purchase orders. This error typically arises when there are inconsistencies in the purchasing organizations associated with the items in a collective purchase order.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The items in a collective purchase order are associated with different purchasing organizations. 
  SAP requires that all items in a collective purchase order must belong to the same purchasing organization to ensure proper processing and reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Purchasing Organizations:
  
  Review the items in the collective purchase order and identify the purchasing organizations associated with each item.
  Ensure that all items belong to the same purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Modify the Purchase Order:
  
  If the items belong to different purchasing organizations, you will need to either:
  
  Create separate purchase orders for items belonging to different purchasing organizations.
  Change the purchasing organization for the items to match if that is appropriate for your business process.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master data and material master data to ensure that the purchasing organization is correctly assigned.
  Make sure that the vendor is set up for the correct purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling collective purchase orders and purchasing organization assignments.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Collective Purchase Orders: These are used to group multiple purchase requisitions or orders into a single document for efficiency.
  Purchasing Organization: This is an organizational unit responsible for procuring materials or services and negotiating conditions of purchase.
  SAP Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order) and ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to manage purchase orders effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_PRC_POHF204 error and ensure that your purchasing processes run smoothly.