How To Fix CNV_DMC_SIN153 - PO not transferred, because of header deletion flag &1, &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_DMC_SIN - Messages for s-innovations migration

• Message number: 153

• Message text: PO not transferred, because of header deletion flag &1, &2

What causes this issue?

Only purchase orders that are open completely will be migrated.

System Response

The following reasons can result in a rejection of a purchase order
(checks are performed in the sequence as listed below and in case of
multiple rejection reasons only the first reason is listed in the
protocol):
Deletion indicator on header level
Deletion indicator on item level
At least one subsequent document exists
Only item categories standard and third-party are supported
At least one item has an account assignment category which is not
supported. Supported account assignment categories are:
K - Cost Center
P - Project
S - Third-Party Project
U - Unknown
blank - Material accounting

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN153 - PO not transferred, because of header deletion flag &1, &2 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN153 indicates that a Purchase Order (PO) was not transferred due to a header deletion flag. This typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or similar tools.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the Purchase Order you are trying to transfer has been marked for deletion. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Deletion Flag Set: The header of the Purchase Order has a deletion flag set, which prevents it from being processed or transferred.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being migrated, such as missing or incorrect references.
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured in a way that restricts the transfer of certain types of documents.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Purchase Order:
  
  Go to the transaction code ME23N (Display Purchase Order) and enter the PO number.
  Check if the deletion flag is set. If it is, you will need to remove the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion flag by using transaction code ME22N (Change Purchase Order).
  Navigate to the header data and uncheck the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Process:
  
  If you are using a migration tool, ensure that the data being migrated does not include any records with deletion flags.
  Review the mapping and transformation rules in your migration process to ensure that only valid records are being processed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to the migration process you are using. There may be specific guidelines or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Errors:
  
  Look for any other error messages that may provide additional context or indicate related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: ME23N (Display PO), ME22N (Change PO)
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Data Migration Cockpit: Familiarize yourself with the SAP Data Migration Cockpit and its functionalities, as it may provide additional tools for handling data issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.