How To Fix CMM_INDEX009 - Cannot read the preceding purchase documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_INDEX - Commodity Management Index Table

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Cannot read the preceding purchase documents

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_INDEX009 - Cannot read the preceding purchase documents ?

  The SAP error message CMM_INDEX009, which states "Cannot read the preceding purchase documents," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with purchase requisitions, purchase orders, or related documents. This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve or access the necessary preceding documents that are required for processing the current transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Documents: The preceding purchase documents (like purchase requisitions or previous purchase orders) may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the preceding documents.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the document flow that prevent the system from linking the documents correctly.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system could lead to issues in document retrieval.
  Indexing Issues: Problems with the indexing of documents in the database can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
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