How To Fix APPL_MM_PUR_OA_CON035 - Cannot edit contract &1 as it has been archived already


APPL_MM_PUR_OA_CON035 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: APPL_MM_PUR_OA_CON - Message class for Purchase Contracts

  • Message number: 035

  • Message text: Cannot edit contract &1 as it has been archived already

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_OA_CON035 - Cannot edit contract &1 as it has been archived already ?
    The SAP error message APPL_MM_PUR_OA_CON035 indicates that you are trying to edit a contract that has already been archived. This typically occurs in the context of the Materials Management (MM) module, specifically when dealing with purchasing contracts.
    
    Cause: The primary cause of this error is that the contract you are attempting to modify has been archived in the system. Archiving is a process in SAP that moves data that is no longer actively used to a separate storage area to improve system performance and manage data volume. Once a contract is archived, it is no longer available for editing or any other operations that require the original data.
    Solution: To resolve this issue, you have a few options: Check the Archive Status: Verify if the contract is indeed archived. You can do this by checking the archive tables or using transaction codes related to archiving (like SARA) to see if the contract number exists in

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