How To Fix E2099 - & has no original (action not possible)

E2099 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 099

• Message text: & has no original (action not possible)

What causes this issue?

The object was repaired before the Modification Assistant was
introduced. The original version cannot be found.

System Response

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 E2099 - & has no original (action not possible) ?

  The SAP error message E2099, which states "has no original (action not possible)," typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as when trying to perform an action on a document that does not have an original version available. This can happen in various modules, including Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), or Financial Accounting (FI).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Original Document: The document you are trying to process (e.g., a purchase order, sales order, or invoice) does not have an original version. This can happen if the document was never created or if it was deleted.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for the action you are trying to perform. For example, if the document is already completed or archived.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are trying to access may not support the action you are attempting.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in