How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM_OPEN_DOCS021 - PReq &1, item &2, (&3) cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM_OPEN_DOCS -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: PReq &1, item &2, (&3) cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM_OPEN_DOCS021 - PReq &1, item &2, (&3) cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM_OPEN_DOCS021 indicates that a Purchase Requisition (PReq) cannot be deleted due to certain constraints or conditions. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Open Documents: The Purchase Requisition (PReq) you are trying to delete is linked to open documents, such as purchase orders or contracts. If there are any documents that reference the PReq, it cannot be deleted.
  Status of the PReq: The status of the Purchase Requisition may not allow deletion. For example, if it has been converted into a Purchase Order or if it is in a status that prohibits deletion.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other documents or processes that prevent deletion.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the PReq.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Open Documents: Review any open documents that are linked to the Purchase Requisition. You can do this by checking if there are any Purchase Orders or other documents that reference the PReq.
  
  Use transaction codes like ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to view the details of the PReq.
  Check for any associated Purchase Orders using transaction ME23N.
  
  
  
  Change Status: If the PReq is in a status that does not allow deletion, you may need to change its status or cancel any associated documents before attempting to delete it.
  
  
  Delete Related Documents: If there are related documents that are preventing deletion, consider deleting or closing those documents first.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete Purchase Requisitions. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling Purchase Requisitions and related error messages.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition), ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.