How To Fix 8I355 - Purchasing document & & & does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Purchasing document & & & does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I355 - Purchasing document & & & does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message 8I355 indicates that the purchasing document you are trying to access does not exist in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to display, change, or process a purchase order, contract, or other purchasing documents.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number you are entering may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Document Deletion: The purchasing document may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view the document.
  Document Type: The document type you are trying to access may not exist or may not be valid in the current context.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data synchronization.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Number: Double-check the purchasing document number you are entering to ensure it is correct.
  Check Document Status: Use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME31K (Display Contract) to see if the document exists in the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the purchasing document. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator.
  Consult with IT Support: If the document was deleted or archived, consult with your IT support team to see if it can be restored or if there are any logs indicating its status.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number) or ME2L (Purchase Orders by Vendor) to search for the document using different criteria.
  Check for Data Issues: If you suspect data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for purchasing documents, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more information on purchasing documents and their management.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team for further investigation.