C2181 - No procurement element was selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 181

• Message text: No procurement element was selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2181 - No procurement element was selected ?

  The SAP error message C2181, "No procurement element was selected," typically occurs in the context of materials management and procurement processes. This error indicates that the system could not find a valid procurement element (such as a purchase order, purchase requisition, or contract) for the material or service you are trying to process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Procurement Elements: The material you are trying to procure may not have any associated procurement elements in the system.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master data may not be set up correctly, particularly in the purchasing view.
  Document Type Issues: The document type you are using may not be configured to allow the creation of the procurement element.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create procurement elements.
  Inactive or Blocked Vendors: The vendor associated with the procurement element may be inactive or blocked, preventing the selection of procurement elements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up, particularly in the purchasing view. Verify that the material is marked for procurement.
  Create or Update Procurement Elements: If no procurement elements exist, create a purchase requisition or purchase order for the material.
  Review Document Types: Check the configuration of the document types in the system to ensure they are set up correctly for the procurement process.
  Verify User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and create procurement elements.
  Check Vendor Status: Verify the status of the vendor in the system. If the vendor is inactive or blocked, you may need to reactivate or unblock them.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in SPRO related to purchasing and procurement to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on procurement processes and error handling.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.