How To Fix M8_2193 - Purchasing document &1 is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Purchasing document &1 is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2193 - Purchasing document &1 is not active ?

  The SAP error message M8_2193, which states "Purchasing document &1 is not active," typically occurs when you are trying to process a purchasing document (like a purchase order or contract) that is not currently active in the system. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The purchasing document may have been set to a status that makes it inactive, such as "Blocked" or "Deleted."
  Document Expiration: The document may have expired or reached its validity period.
  Changes in Master Data: Changes in vendor or material master data can affect the status of the purchasing document.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the document.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that affect the status of purchasing documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Status: 
  
  Go to the purchasing document in question and check its status. If it is blocked or deleted, you may need to unblock it or create a new document.
  
  
  
  Review Validity Period: 
  
  Ensure that the purchasing document is still within its validity period. If it has expired, you may need to create a new document.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data: 
  
  Check the vendor and material master data for any changes that might affect the purchasing document. Ensure that the vendor is active and that the material is available for purchasing.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the purchasing document. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: 
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that might affect the purchasing document's status.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Document: 
  
  If the document is indeed inactive and cannot be reactivated, consider creating a new purchasing document.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to check the status of the purchasing document.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on purchasing document statuses and related processes.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.