How To Fix MMPUR_ARCHIVE034 - Purchasing info record: Purchasing data (EINE) deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving in Purchasing

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Purchasing info record: Purchasing data (EINE) deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE034 - Purchasing info record: Purchasing data (EINE) deleted ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE034 indicates that the purchasing data for a purchasing info record (EINE) has been deleted. This typically occurs when data archiving processes are executed in SAP, which is a standard practice to manage database size and improve system performance.
  Cause:
  
  Data Archiving: The primary cause of this error is that the purchasing info record data has been archived. Archiving is a process where old or less frequently accessed data is moved from the active database to an archive storage to optimize performance.
  Deletion of Records: The purchasing info record may have been deleted intentionally or unintentionally through a transaction or program that removes obsolete or unnecessary data.
  Configuration Settings: The archiving settings in the SAP system may be configured to delete certain records after a specific period or under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Settings: Review the archiving settings in your SAP system to understand the criteria for archiving purchasing info records. This can be done through transaction SARA (Archive Administration).
  Restore Archived Data: If the data is needed, you may need to restore it from the archive. This can be done using the same transaction (SARA) to access archived data.
  Review Deletion Logs: Check the deletion logs to see if the records were deleted and if there is a reason documented for the deletion.
  Recreate Purchasing Info Records: If the records cannot be restored, you may need to recreate the purchasing info records manually or through a data upload process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to understand the implications of the archiving process and how to manage it effectively.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  ME13: Display Purchasing Info Record
  ME12: Change Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects related to purchasing info records (e.g., MM_PURCH_INFO).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  System Performance: Regularly monitor and manage the archiving process to ensure that necessary data is not inadvertently deleted.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the data is critical, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.