How To Fix MMPUR_ARCHIVE039 - Purchasing info record: further purchasing data exists (EINE)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving in Purchasing

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Purchasing info record: further purchasing data exists (EINE)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE039 - Purchasing info record: further purchasing data exists (EINE) ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE039 indicates that there are additional purchasing data records associated with a Purchasing Info Record (PIR) in the EINE table. This typically occurs when you attempt to archive or delete a Purchasing Info Record that still has related data in the system.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the Purchasing Info Record (PIR) you are trying to archive or delete has associated purchasing data that prevents the operation. This could include:
  
  Existing purchase orders linked to the PIR.
  Contracts or agreements that reference the PIR.
  Other related documents or records that are still active.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify and address the related purchasing data. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check for Related Purchase Orders:
  
  Use transaction code ME23N to display purchase orders and check if any are linked to the PIR in question.
  If there are active purchase orders, you may need to close or delete them before archiving the PIR.
  
  
  
  Review Contracts:
  
  Check if there are any contracts or agreements that reference the PIR. You can use transaction code ME33K to display contracts.
  If contracts exist, you may need to modify or delete them as appropriate.
  
  
  
  Analyze Related Documents:
  
  Look for any other documents that may reference the PIR, such as scheduling agreements or other purchasing documents.
  Ensure that all related documents are either completed or no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Use Archive Object:
  
  If you are sure that the PIR can be archived, you can use the archive object for purchasing info records to perform the archiving process. Ensure that all related data is handled appropriately.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on handling purchasing info records and archiving processes.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  ME33K: Display Contract
  SARA: Archive Administration
  
  
  Tables:
  
  EINE: Purchasing Info Record (Purchasing Data)
  EINA: Purchasing Info Record (General Data)
  
  
  Archiving Process:
  
  Ensure that you follow the correct archiving process as defined in your organization’s SAP guidelines.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.