How To Fix WVLB116 - Build load: IB pur. reqs. &1 exist for plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WVLB - Messages for Load Building

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Build load: IB pur. reqs. &1 exist for plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WVLB116 - Build load: IB pur. reqs. &1 exist for plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message WVLB116 indicates that there are existing purchase requisitions for a specific plant that are preventing the system from building a load. This typically occurs in the context of logistics and materials management, particularly when dealing with the planning and procurement processes.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  There are open purchase requisitions (IB pur. reqs.) for the specified plant that have not been processed or converted into purchase orders.
  The system is trying to create a load for a delivery or shipment, but it cannot proceed because it detects that there are pending purchase requisitions that need to be addressed first.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Purchase Requisitions:
  
  Go to the transaction code ME5A (or any relevant transaction for viewing purchase requisitions).
  Enter the plant number specified in the error message and check for any open purchase requisitions.
  
  
  
  Process Purchase Requisitions:
  
  If there are open purchase requisitions, you may need to convert them into purchase orders (POs) if they are valid and should be fulfilled.
  If the requisitions are no longer needed, you can delete or close them.
  
  
  
  Review Load Building Process:
  
  Ensure that the load building process is correctly configured and that all necessary prerequisites are met.
  Check if there are any other dependencies or settings that might be affecting the load building.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Teams:
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the purchase requisitions or how to proceed, consult with your procurement or materials management team for guidance.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  In some cases, the issue may be related to system configuration. Ensure that the settings for load building and procurement are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME5A (Display Purchase Requisitions), ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), and ME21N (Create Purchase Order).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to purchase requisitions and load building for more detailed information.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.