How To Fix MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG005 - No purchasing documents found for 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: 005

• Message text: No purchasing documents found for connected system &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG005 - No purchasing documents found for connected system &1 ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG005 indicates that no purchasing documents were found for the connected system specified in the error message. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with external systems or when integrating with other applications.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect System Connection: The connected system specified in the error message may not be correctly configured or may not have any purchasing documents available.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be a delay or failure in data synchronization between the SAP system and the connected external system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access purchasing documents in the connected system.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the purchasing document settings or in the integration settings between the systems.
  Document Type or Status: The purchasing documents may not exist for the specified document type or may be in a status that prevents them from being retrieved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Connection: Verify that the connection to the external system is correctly configured. Ensure that the system is active and reachable.
  Data Synchronization: Check if there are any ongoing data synchronization processes. If necessary, trigger a manual synchronization to ensure that the latest data is available.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access purchasing documents in the connected system. Review the user roles and permissions.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for purchasing documents in both the SAP system and the connected system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Document Availability: Check if there are any purchasing documents available in the connected system. You may need to create or update documents if none exist.
  Error Logs: Review any error logs or messages in both the SAP system and the connected system for additional context or details about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number) to check for existing purchasing documents.
  Integration Settings: If you are using middleware or integration tools (like SAP PI/PO), check the configuration and logs for any errors related to data transfer.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.