How To Fix ARUN_MAIN031 - You cannot change item &1; item is already assigned (see long text &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARUN_MAIN -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: You cannot change item &1; item is already assigned (see long text &2)

What causes this issue?

Assignment exist for the item in ARUN_BDBS. Customization for
Unassigning Rule for Goods Issue or Goods receipt is maintained as
Error.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Change the customization from Error to Warning for the fields
requested for change.
Go to SPRO->Cross application components->Advanced available to
Promise-> Supply assignment->Cross Applications->Goods issue handling
(For issue message raised with Goods issue)
Go to SPRO->Cross application components->Advanced available to
Promise-> Supply assignment->Cross Applications->Goods receipt handling
(For issue message raised with Goods Receipt)

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARUN_MAIN031 - You cannot change item &1; item is already assigned (see long text &2) ?

  The SAP error message ARUN_MAIN031 indicates that you are trying to change an item in a document (such as a purchase order, sales order, or another transactional document) that is already assigned to another process or document. This typically occurs in scenarios where items are linked to specific transactions, and the system prevents changes to maintain data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  
  Item Assignment: The item you are trying to change is already assigned to another document or process. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The item is part of a delivery or invoice that has already been processed.
  The item is linked to a project or another document that restricts changes.
  The item is in a status that does not allow modifications.
  
  
  
  Document Status: The document containing the item may be in a status that does not permit changes (e.g., completed, closed, or locked).
  
  
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP has built-in rules to ensure data integrity, which may prevent changes to items that are already assigned.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Assignment: Review the item in question to see where it is currently assigned. You can do this by:
  
  Checking the document flow to see if the item is linked to another document.
  Using transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to view the details of the document.
  
  
  
  Change Document Status: If the document is in a status that prevents changes, you may need to change its status (if possible) or create a new document to reflect the changes you want to make.
  
  
  Unassign the Item: If the item is assigned to another document, you may need to unassign it first. This could involve:
  
  Reversing or canceling the related document (if applicable).
  Making sure that no other processes are currently using the item.
  
  
  
  Consult Long Text: The error message references a long text (see long text &2). This long text may provide additional context or specific instructions related to the error. Make sure to review it for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for viewing and managing documents (e.g., ME23N, VA03, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the document or item in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.