How To Fix M7031 - Purchase order & has deletion indicator &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M7 - Inventory Management and Physical Inventory

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Purchase order & has deletion indicator &

What causes this issue?

The <GL:purchase_order>purchase order</> you entered has been deleted,
is flagged for deletion, or is blocked. It therefore cannot be
processed.

System Response

INCLUDE MB_NA_T160M

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_EINGABE_PRUEFEN
INCLUDE MB_NA_BESTELLUNG_SUCHEN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M7031 - Purchase order & has deletion indicator & ?

  The SAP error message M7031 indicates that a purchase order (PO) has a deletion indicator set, which means that the PO is marked for deletion and cannot be processed further in the system. This can occur for various reasons, such as the PO being canceled or marked for deletion by a user.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Indicator Set: The purchase order has been flagged with a deletion indicator, which prevents any further processing.
  User Action: A user may have manually set the deletion indicator on the PO.
  System Process: Certain processes or transactions may automatically set the deletion indicator based on business rules or workflows.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Purchase Order: 
  
  Go to the transaction code ME23N (Display Purchase Order) and enter the PO number to check its status.
  Look for the deletion indicator in the PO details.
  
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Indicator:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion indicator by using transaction code ME22N (Change Purchase Order).
  Navigate to the relevant section and uncheck the deletion indicator.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team: 
  
  If you are unsure why the deletion indicator was set, consult with your procurement or finance team to understand the business process behind it.
  Ensure that removing the deletion indicator aligns with your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Purchase Order: 
  
  If the PO is no longer needed or if it cannot be reactivated, consider creating a new purchase order instead.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to change the purchase order.
  Audit Trail: Check the change logs to see who set the deletion indicator and why.
  Documentation: Review any internal documentation or guidelines regarding the handling of purchase orders and deletion indicators.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists or if you encounter further complications, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for more detailed troubleshooting steps.