CO434 - Order &: Purchase order & still exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 434

• Message text: Order &: Purchase order & still exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO434 - Order &: Purchase order & still exists ?

  The SAP error message CO434 ("Order &: Purchase order & still exists") typically occurs when you are trying to delete or change a production order or a process order, but there is an associated purchase order that is still active or has not been fully processed. This error is common in scenarios where production orders are linked to purchase orders for components or materials.
  Cause:
  
  Active Purchase Order: The production order you are trying to delete or change has an associated purchase order that is still open or has not been fully delivered.
  Material Availability: The materials required for the production order are still linked to a purchase order that has not been completed.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies between the production order and the purchase order that prevent the deletion or modification of the production order.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CO434 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Purchase Orders:
  
  Use transaction code ME23N to display the purchase order associated with the production order.
  Verify the status of the purchase order. If it is still open or has outstanding items, you may need to complete or close it.
  
  
  
  Complete or Cancel Purchase Orders:
  
  If the purchase order is no longer needed, consider canceling it.
  If it is still required, ensure that all items are delivered and the purchase order is closed.
  
  
  
  Check Production Order Status:
  
  Use transaction code CO03 to display the production order and check its status.
  Ensure that the production order is not in a status that prevents deletion (e.g., it should not be in a "Released" or "In Process" status).
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If there are dependencies between the production order and the purchase order, you may need to remove or adjust them before proceeding with the deletion or modification of the production order.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting or modifying the production order or purchase order, consult with your procurement or production planning team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  CO03: Display Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO01: Create Production Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to production orders and purchase orders for more detailed information on managing these objects.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CO434 error and proceed with your intended actions in SAP.