How To Fix CDP_C2R3046 - Purchasing document &1 item &2 in &3 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDP_C2R3 - Messages for CDP Characteristic Retransfer

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Purchasing document &1 item &2 in &3 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDP_C2R3046 - Purchasing document &1 item &2 in &3 not found ?

  The SAP error message CDP_C2R3046 indicates that a purchasing document (such as a purchase order) and its specific item cannot be found in the system. This error typically arises in the context of procurement processes, particularly when trying to access or process a purchasing document that does not exist or has been deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Document Deletion: The purchasing document or item may have been deleted or archived.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number or item number provided may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Document Not Created: The purchasing document may not have been created yet, or it may not have been saved properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the document.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems or modules within SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Document Number: Double-check the purchasing document number and item number for accuracy.
  Check Document Status: Use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check if the document exists and its current status.
  Review Deletion/Archiving: Check if the document has been deleted or archived. If it has been archived, you may need to retrieve it from the archive.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the purchasing document.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate any potential data synchronization issues or system errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME22N (Change 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 additional context on purchasing documents and error handling.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.