How To Fix MEPO071 - Item & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEPO - New Purchase Order Dialog

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Item & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEPO071 - Item & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MEPO071 ("Item & does not exist") typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, when the system cannot find the specified item in the relevant document. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Item Number: The item number you are trying to access may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Item Deletion: The item may have been deleted or not created in the system.
  Document Status: The document containing the item may be in a status that does not allow access to the item (e.g., it may be archived or closed).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the item.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the data integrity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Item Number: Double-check the item number you are trying to access for any typos or errors.
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the document containing the item is active and not archived or closed.
  Review Item Creation: Confirm that the item has been created in the system and is associated with the correct purchasing document.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or edit the item in question.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to check for data consistency issues or to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME31K (Create Contract) to check the status of the document and items.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to see why the item is not being found.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.