How To Fix MMPUR_ARCHIVE024 - Deletion indicator not set for all items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving in Purchasing

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Deletion indicator not set for all items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE024 - Deletion indicator not set for all items ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE024 indicates that the deletion indicator has not been set for all items in a purchasing document, which is necessary for archiving purposes. This error typically arises when you attempt to archive purchasing documents (like purchase orders or contracts) that have not been marked for deletion.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that one or more items in the purchasing document do not have the deletion indicator set. In SAP, the deletion indicator is a flag that marks an item or document for deletion, which is a prerequisite for archiving.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the deletion indicator is set for all items in the purchasing document. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Purchasing Document:
  
  Use transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order) or ME32K (Change Contract) to access the relevant purchasing document.
  
  
  
  Set the Deletion Indicator:
  
  Navigate to the item level of the purchasing document.
  For each item, check if the deletion indicator is set. You can usually find this in the item details under the "Status" or "Delivery" tab.
  If the deletion indicator is not set, you can set it by selecting the item and marking it for deletion.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After setting the deletion indicator for all items, save the changes to the purchasing document.
  
  
  
  Retry Archiving:
  
  Once all items have the deletion indicator set, you can retry the archiving process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  ME32K: Change Contract
  SARA: Archive Administration
  
  
  Archiving Process:
  
  Ensure that you follow the correct archiving process as defined in your organization’s SAP guidelines.
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Make sure you have the necessary authorizations to change purchasing documents and set deletion indicators.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on archiving and deletion indicators.
  
  
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.