How To Fix MMPUR_ARCHIVE115 - Entry already exists: &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving in Purchasing

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Entry already exists: &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE115 - Entry already exists: &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE115 with the description "Entry already exists: &1 &2 &3 &4" typically occurs in the context of archiving or managing purchasing documents in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an attempt to archive or process an entry that already exists in the archive, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The system is trying to archive a document that has already been archived previously.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the archiving object or the archiving process itself.
  Data Integrity Issues: There might be inconsistencies in the database or the archive files that lead to the system believing that the entry already exists.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MMPUR_ARCHIVE115 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Verify if the document you are trying to archive already exists in the archive. You can do this by checking the archive logs or using transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to view archived documents.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the archiving object configuration is set up correctly. Check the settings in transaction SARA for the relevant archiving object (e.g., MM_PUR for purchasing documents).
  
  
  
  Check Archive Logs:
  
  Use transaction SARA to check the archive logs for any errors or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the database to ensure that there are no integrity issues. You can use transaction SE11 to check the database tables related to the purchasing documents.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Archiving Job:
  
  If the error occurred during a batch job, consider reprocessing the job after addressing any identified issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SARI: Archive Information System
  MM03: Display Material
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  
  
  
  Archiving Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant archiving objects for purchasing documents, such as MM_PUR.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving processes and best practices to ensure compliance with system requirements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.