How To Fix C2251 - Sales order/item &1/&2 does not exist (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Sales order/item &1/&2 does not exist (see long text)

What causes this issue?

You want to convert a planned order or carry out a partial conversion.
However, planned order &V3& cannot be converted.

System Response

In planned order &V3&, you specified sales order/item (&V1&/&V2&) as an
account assignment object. Item &V2& in the sales order &V1& has been
deleted in the meantime, and can therefore no longer be copied in the
order as a settlement receiver.

How to fix this error?

Change the account assignment data accordingly in planned order &V3& on
the 'Assignment' tab page.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2251 - Sales order/item &1/&2 does not exist (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message C2251 indicates that a specific sales order or item does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access or process a sales order that has either been deleted, does not exist, or has not been created correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Sales Order: The sales order number you are trying to access does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Sales Order Number: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the sales order number.
  Sales Order Deletion: The sales order may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view the sales order.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data synchronization.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Sales Order Number: Double-check the sales order number you are entering to ensure it is correct.
  Check for Deletion: Confirm whether the sales order has been deleted or archived. You can do this by checking the relevant tables (e.g., VBAK for sales order header).
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) to see if the sales order can be accessed.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the sales order. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to check for any underlying database issues or inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide additional context or specific details about the error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VA03 (Display Sales 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 sales order management and error handling.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.