How To Fix ME702 - Purchasing document & has deletion indicator &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 702

• Message text: Purchasing document & has deletion indicator &

What causes this issue?

The purchasing document cannot be processed because it is either
blocked or flagged for deletion.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME702 - Purchasing document & has deletion indicator & ?

  The SAP error message ME702 indicates that a purchasing document (such as a purchase order) has a deletion indicator set, which means that the document is marked for deletion and cannot be processed further in its current state. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform an action on a purchasing document that has been flagged for deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Indicator Set: The purchasing document has been marked for deletion, either manually or through a process that automatically sets this indicator.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow further processing due to the deletion indicator.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to prevent actions on documents that are marked for deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Document Status: Review the purchasing document in question to confirm that it has the deletion indicator set. You can do this by navigating to the document in the SAP system and checking its status.
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Indicator:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion indicator. This is typically done in the document's detail view.
  Use transaction code ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to access the purchase order and remove the deletion indicator.
  If the document is not supposed to be deleted, ensure that the deletion indicator is unchecked.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the document status, contact your SAP administrator or the person responsible for managing purchasing documents in your organization.
  
  
  Review Business Processes: If the deletion indicator was set as part of a business process, review the process to ensure that it aligns with your organization's policies and procedures.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME22N (Change Purchase Order), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), and ME21N (Create Purchase Order).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to modify purchasing documents.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing purchasing documents and understanding deletion indicators.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME702 error and proceed with your purchasing document as needed.