How To Fix 61239 - Purchase requisition can only be deleted by deleting the order.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 239

• Message text: Purchase requisition can only be deleted by deleting the order.

What causes this issue?

This purchase requisition for direct procurement is linked to a planned
order or production order via a dependent requirement or order
reservation.

System Response

It is only possible to delete the purchase requisition via the planned
order or production order to which it is linked.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61239 - Purchase requisition can only be deleted by deleting the order. ?

  The SAP error message 61239, "Purchase requisition can only be deleted by deleting the order," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a purchase requisition (PR) that is linked to a purchase order (PO). In SAP, a purchase requisition is a request to procure goods or services, and once it is converted into a purchase order, it cannot be deleted directly without first addressing the associated purchase order.
  Cause:
  
  
  Linkage to Purchase Order: The primary cause of this error is that the purchase requisition you are trying to delete has already been converted into a purchase order. SAP enforces this rule to maintain data integrity and ensure that procurement processes are followed correctly.
  
  
  Status of the Purchase Order: The purchase order may be in a status that does not allow for the deletion of the associated purchase requisition.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Purchase Order: Determine which purchase order is linked to the purchase requisition you are trying to delete. You can do this by checking the details of the purchase requisition in the SAP system.
  
  
  Delete or Modify the Purchase Order:
  
  If the purchase order is no longer needed, you can delete it. To do this, navigate to the purchase order in the SAP system and use the appropriate transaction (e.g., ME22N for changing the PO) to delete it.
  If the purchase order cannot be deleted (for example, if it has already been delivered or invoiced), you may need to modify it to remove the association with the purchase requisition. This could involve changing the order quantity to zero or canceling the order.
  
  
  
  Delete the Purchase Requisition: Once the purchase order has been deleted or modified, you should be able to delete the purchase requisition without encountering the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to purchase requisitions and purchase orders include:
  
  ME51N: Create Purchase Requisition
  ME52N: Change Purchase Requisition
  ME53N: Display Purchase Requisition
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  
  Status Management: Be aware of the status of both the purchase requisition and the purchase order. If the purchase order has been fully processed (e.g., goods receipt and invoice receipt), it may not be possible to delete it.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete purchase orders and requisitions in your SAP environment.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting a purchase order or requisition, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your purchase requisitions and orders effectively.