How To Fix ME620 - Contract item & & has been deleted (release order not possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 620

• Message text: Contract item & & has been deleted (release order not possible)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME620 - Contract item & & has been deleted (release order not possible) ?

  The SAP error message ME620 indicates that a contract item has been deleted, which prevents the creation of a release order against that contract. This error typically arises in the context of purchasing and procurement processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Contract Item: The most common cause is that the contract item you are trying to reference has been marked as deleted in the system. This could happen due to manual deletion or as part of a data cleanup process.
  Status of the Contract: The contract itself may be in a status that does not allow for further processing, such as being archived or set to inactive.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the contract item, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract in the SAP system. Ensure that it is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  Use transaction code ME33K to display the contract and check its status.
  
  
  
  Review Deletion Flag: If the contract item is indeed marked for deletion, you may need to remove the deletion flag if appropriate. This can typically be done by:
  
  Using transaction code ME32K to change the contract and uncheck the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Contract Item: If the item has been permanently deleted and cannot be restored, you may need to recreate the contract item.
  
  Use transaction code ME31K to create a new contract item if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and process the contract. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME33K: Display Contract
  ME32K: Change Contract
  ME31K: Create Contract
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract management and procurement processes for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME620 error and successfully create a release order against the contract.