How To Fix MMPUR_ARCHIVE071 - Purchasing document deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving in Purchasing

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Purchasing document deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE071 - Purchasing document deleted ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE071 indicates that a purchasing document has been deleted and is no longer available in the system. This typically occurs when the document has been archived as part of a data management process to optimize system performance and storage.
  Cause:
  
  Archiving Process: The purchasing document has been archived due to the archiving strategy implemented in the SAP system. This is often done to manage data volume and improve system performance.
  Deletion: The document may have been explicitly deleted by a user or through a batch job that processes deletions based on certain criteria.
  Data Retention Policies: The organization may have specific data retention policies that dictate when and how documents are archived or deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archive Status: Verify if the purchasing document is archived. You can use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to check the status of archived documents.
  Access Archived Data: If the document is archived, you can access it through the archive management tools. You may need to use the appropriate transaction to view archived documents, such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order) with the archive option.
  Restore Document: If necessary, you can restore the document from the archive if your organization allows it. This typically requires specific authorizations and may involve using the archive management tools.
  Review Archiving Settings: If this error is frequent and impacts business processes, review the archiving settings and policies to ensure they align with business needs. Adjust the retention periods or archiving criteria if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific procedures related to archiving and document management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary authorizations to access archived documents or perform restoration if needed.
  Training: Consider training for users on how to handle archived documents and the implications of document deletion in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the MMPUR_ARCHIVE071 error and manage purchasing documents effectively within your SAP system.