How To Fix ME407 - Item &2 has been deleted from document &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Item &2 has been deleted from document &1

What causes this issue?

Item &V2& of purchase order &V1&, for which a confirmation (order
acknowledgment or inbound delivery) is to be posted, contains a deletion
indicator.
To be able to import the confirmation, you must first cancel the
deletion indicator.

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?

To cancel the deletion indicator, you must change the purchase order.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME407 - Item &2 has been deleted from document &1 ?

  The SAP error message ME407 ("Item &2 has been deleted from document &1") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This message indicates that a specific item (identified by &2) has been deleted from the document (identified by &1), and as a result, the system is unable to process the document as expected.
  Causes:
  
  Manual Deletion: The item may have been manually deleted from the purchase order or requisition by a user.
  Document Changes: Changes made to the document, such as modifications in item details or conditions, may lead to the deletion of the item.
  Status Changes: The status of the document may have changed, leading to the deletion of certain items.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect references to the item in related tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document History: Review the change history of the document to see if the item was deleted intentionally and by whom. This can help determine if the deletion was a mistake.
  Recreate the Item: If the deletion was unintentional, you may need to recreate the item in the document. This can be done by adding the item back to the purchase order or requisition.
  Review Related Documents: Ensure that there are no related documents (like contracts or scheduling agreements) that may affect the status of the item.
  Check for Errors: Look for any other error messages or warnings that may provide additional context about the issue.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the deletion, consult with colleagues or the person responsible for managing the purchasing documents.
  System Configuration: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration or settings related to document processing to ensure they align with business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition) to view the details of the document and its items.
  Change Logs: Use transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to access change logs and see what modifications have been made.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Support may have specific recommendations based on the version of SAP you are using.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for further assistance.