How To Fix MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI055 - You cannot delete purchasing org. &1 of supplier &2. It has active data.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI - MDG: messages for Supplier UI related issues

• Message number: 055

• Message text: You cannot delete purchasing org. &1 of supplier &2. It has active data.

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI055 - You cannot delete purchasing org. &1 of supplier &2. It has active data. ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI055 indicates that you are trying to delete a purchasing organization for a supplier, but the system has detected that there is active data associated with that purchasing organization. This means that there are existing records or transactions that prevent the deletion.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the purchasing organization you are attempting to delete has active data linked to it. This could include:
  
  Open purchase orders
  Contracts
  Invoices
  Other transactional data that references the purchasing organization
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that there is no active data associated with the purchasing organization you want to delete. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check for Active Data: 
  
  Review the purchasing organization for any open purchase orders, contracts, or other transactions. You can use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME31K (Create Contract) to check for existing records.
  
  
  
  Close or Delete Transactions:
  
  If you find any active transactions, you will need to either close them or delete them if they are no longer needed. This may involve:
  
  Completing or canceling open purchase orders.
  Closing contracts that reference the purchasing organization.
  Deleting any related invoices.
  
  
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  After addressing the active data, perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no remaining references to the purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion:
  
  Once you have confirmed that there is no active data, attempt to delete the purchasing organization again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing purchasing organizations and supplier data, such as:
  
  ME01: Maintain Purchasing Info Record
  ME03: Display Purchasing Info Record
  MK01: Create Vendor (Purchasing Data)
  MK02: Change Vendor (Purchasing Data)
  MK03: Display Vendor (Purchasing Data)
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete purchasing organizations and manage supplier data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing purchasing organizations and suppliers.
  
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.