How To Fix MMPUR_ARCHIVE031 - Purchasing info record: General data (EINA) deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving in Purchasing

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Purchasing info record: General data (EINA) deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE031 - Purchasing info record: General data (EINA) deleted ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE031 indicates that the general data for a Purchasing Info Record (EINA) has been deleted. This typically occurs when data archiving processes have been executed, and the relevant purchasing info record data has been archived or deleted from the database.
  Cause:
  
  Data Archiving: The most common cause of this error is that the purchasing info record data has been archived as part of a data management strategy. This is often done to improve system performance and manage data volume.
  Manual Deletion: The data may have been manually deleted by a user or through a program that cleans up old or unnecessary data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving process, leading to unintended deletions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Status: Verify if the purchasing info record has been archived. You can use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to check the status of archived data.
  Restore from Archive: If the data has been archived, you can restore it using the appropriate archiving object. This typically involves using the transaction SARA to access the archived data and restore it as needed.
  Review Deletion Logs: Check the deletion logs to see if there were any manual deletions or if the archiving process was executed correctly.
  Adjust Archiving Settings: If the deletion was unintended, review and adjust the archiving settings to prevent future occurrences. Ensure that the archiving strategy aligns with business needs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific steps related to your system version and configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Data Management: Understand your organization's data management policies regarding archiving and deletion of purchasing info records to ensure compliance and data integrity.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.