How To Fix MM_PUR_COMMON_API001 - Draft version exists for requested object. Change not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_COMMON_API - Common messages for MM-PUR APIs

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Draft version exists for requested object. Change not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_COMMON_API001 - Draft version exists for requested object. Change not possible ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_COMMON_API001 indicates that there is a draft version of the object you are trying to change, and as a result, the system does not allow you to make changes to the object until the draft is either completed or deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase requisitions or purchase orders.
  Cause:
  
  Draft Version Exists: The primary cause of this error is that there is an existing draft version of the document you are trying to modify. SAP allows users to create drafts for documents, which can be edited before finalizing the document.
  Incomplete Document: The draft version may not have been completed or saved properly, leading to the system preventing changes to the original document.
  User Permissions: In some cases, user permissions may restrict access to modify or delete drafts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Drafts:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., ME51N for purchase requisitions or ME21N for purchase orders).
  Look for any drafts associated with the document you are trying to change. You can usually find drafts in the "Drafts" section of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Complete or Delete the Draft:
  
  If you find a draft, you can either complete it (if it is ready to be finalized) or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  To complete a draft, follow the prompts to finalize the document.
  To delete a draft, select the draft and choose the delete option.
  
  
  
  Refresh the Document:
  
  After completing or deleting the draft, refresh the document you were trying to change and attempt your changes again.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  If you are unable to see or delete the draft, check with your SAP administrator to ensure you have the necessary permissions to manage drafts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to manage drafts effectively to avoid encountering this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_COMMON_API001 error and proceed with your changes in SAP.