How To Fix 06793 - Please enter new source lists (old ones deleted)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 793

• Message text: Please enter new source lists (old ones deleted)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06793 - Please enter new source lists (old ones deleted) ?

  The SAP error message "06793 Please enter new source lists (old ones deleted)" typically occurs when the source list for a material has been deleted or is no longer available in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as data maintenance activities, system migrations, or manual deletions.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Source Lists: The source lists for materials may have been deleted due to data cleanup activities or incorrect data management.
  Data Migration Issues: If the system has undergone a migration or upgrade, source lists may not have been transferred correctly.
  Material Master Changes: Changes in the material master data can lead to the unavailability of associated source lists.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the source lists.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Recreate Source Lists: The primary solution is to recreate the source lists for the affected materials. This can be done using transaction code ME01 (Create Source List) or ME02 (Change Source List).
  
  Enter the material number and plant, and then add the necessary vendor and validity dates.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion: Verify if the source lists were indeed deleted by checking the relevant tables (e.g., EORD for source lists) or using transaction ME03 (Display Source List) to see if any entries exist.
  
  
  Data Migration Review: If the issue arose after a migration, review the migration logs and ensure that all necessary data was transferred correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and manage source lists. This can be checked with the help of a system administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME01: Create Source List
  ME02: Change Source List
  ME03: Display Source List
  
  
  Tables:
  
  EORD: Source List Table
  MARA: General Material Data
  MAST: Material to BOM Link
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.