How To Fix MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG002 - Extracting texts for purchacing documents from the connected system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG - Message class for Purchasing Reference Data Extraction

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Extracting texts for purchacing documents from the connected system &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG002 - Extracting texts for purchacing documents from the connected system &1 ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG002 typically indicates an issue with extracting texts for purchasing documents from a connected system. This error can occur in scenarios where there is a problem with the integration between SAP and the connected system (such as an external database or another SAP system).
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Connectivity Issues: There may be a problem with the network connection between the SAP system and the connected system.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary permissions to access the texts in the connected system.
  Configuration Errors: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the connected system or in the SAP system itself.
  Data Issues: The texts for the purchasing documents may not exist in the connected system, or there may be inconsistencies in the data.
  System Performance: If the connected system is slow or unresponsive, it may lead to timeouts or failures in extracting the required texts.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the network connection between the SAP system and the connected system is stable and functioning properly.
  Test the connection using transaction codes like SM59 to verify RFC connections.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user authorizations in both the SAP system and the connected system to ensure that the necessary permissions are granted for accessing the texts.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the connected system in SAP. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up.
  Check the settings related to text extraction in the purchasing documents.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Verify that the texts for the purchasing documents exist in the connected system. If they do not, you may need to create or update them.
  Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the data that may be causing the extraction to fail.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  If the connected system is experiencing performance issues, consider optimizing it or checking for any ongoing maintenance activities that may be affecting its performance.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG002 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or patches.
  Integration Scenarios: Understand the integration scenarios between SAP and the connected system, including any middleware that may be involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG002.