How To Fix 31008 - Purchasing status: entry & not in table T141

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 31 - Message Processing: IDoc Service Master Record

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Purchasing status: entry & not in table T141

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 31008 - Purchasing status: entry & not in table T141 ?

  The SAP error message "31008 Purchasing status: entry & not in table T141" typically indicates that there is an issue with the purchasing status of a material or a purchasing document. This error occurs when the system is trying to access a purchasing status that does not exist in the T141 table, which is used to store purchasing status information for materials.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entry in T141 Table: The most common cause of this error is that the purchasing status for the specific material or document is not defined in the T141 table.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the purchasing process, they might not be handling the purchasing status correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the T141 table might not have been updated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check T141 Table: Use transaction code SE11 to check the T141 table and see if the entry for the specific purchasing status exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or correct the existing entries.
  Review Material Master: Ensure that the material master data is correctly maintained and that the purchasing views are properly set up.
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the purchasing documents or material master data.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide guidance on how to resolve it.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order).
  Tables: T141 (Purchasing Status), MARA (General Material Data), EKKO (Purchasing Document Header), EKPO (Purchasing Document Item).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on purchasing processes and related tables.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.