How To Fix MM_PUR_PO_EXT_MSG059 - Purchase order history not found for document types &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_PO_EXT_MSG - Message class for Backend PO Extraction

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Purchase order history not found for document types &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_PO_EXT_MSG059 - Purchase order history not found for document types &1. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_PO_EXT_MSG059 indicates that the system could not find any purchase order history for the specified document type. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access or process purchase order history data, but the system does not have any records for the specified document type.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Purchase Order History: The most common cause is that there is no purchase order history available for the specified document type. This could be due to the purchase order not being processed, or it may have been deleted or archived.
  
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type specified in the transaction may not be valid or may not have any associated history.
  
  
  Data Archiving: If the purchase order history has been archived, it may not be accessible in the current system context.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorization to view the purchase order history can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the retrieval of purchase order history.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order: Verify that the purchase order exists and has been processed correctly. You can do this by checking the purchase order in the system using transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  
  
  Verify Document Type: Ensure that the document type you are using is correct and that it is configured to have purchase order history.
  
  
  Check Archiving Settings: If the purchase order history has been archived, you may need to check the archiving settings or retrieve the archived data if necessary.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the purchase order history. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly to handle purchase order history.
  
  
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME21N (Create Purchase Order) to manage purchase orders effectively.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to purchase order processing and history management for further insights.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP support team for more in-depth troubleshooting.