How To Fix ME817 - No data for PO history

ME817 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 817

• Message text: No data for PO history

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ME817 - Details

• The SAP error message ME817 ("No data for PO history") typically occurs when you are trying to access the purchase order (PO) history, but the system cannot find any relevant data. This can happen for several reasons. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  No Historical Data: The purchase order may not have any historical data recorded. This can happen if the PO has not been fully processed (e.g., no goods receipts or invoice receipts have been posted).
  
  
  Data Deletion: Historical data might have been deleted or archived, which can occur due to data management policies or manual deletion.
  
  
  Incorrect PO Number: The PO number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the PO history.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that affect the visibility of PO history.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check PO Status: Verify