How To Fix MMPUR_ARCHIVE159 - Archived for destruction (simulation run)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving in Purchasing

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Archived for destruction (simulation run)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE159 - Archived for destruction (simulation run) ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE159 indicates that an archived document is marked for destruction during a simulation run. This message typically arises in the context of the archiving and data destruction processes in SAP, particularly in the Materials Management (MM) module.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system identifies that an archived document is set to be destroyed, but the operation is being executed in simulation mode. In simulation mode, the system does not perform actual changes to the database; it only simulates the actions that would be taken. The message serves as a warning that the document is flagged for destruction but will not be deleted in this mode.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Archiving Settings: Review the archiving settings for the relevant documents to ensure that they are correctly configured. This includes checking the retention periods and destruction flags.
  
  
  Run in Actual Mode: If you intend to proceed with the destruction of the archived documents, you need to run the program in actual mode instead of simulation mode. This will allow the system to perform the destruction as intended.
  
  
  Review the Archive Logs: Check the archive logs to understand which documents are marked for destruction and why. This can provide insights into whether the documents are eligible for destruction based on your retention policies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to archiving and data destruction for specific guidelines and best practices.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unsure about the implications of destroying archived documents or if you encounter further issues, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Archiving in SAP: Archiving is a process that allows you to move data that is no longer needed for daily operations to a storage medium, thereby improving system performance and managing database size.
  Data Destruction: This is the final step in the archiving process, where data that has been archived and is no longer needed is permanently deleted from the system.
  Simulation Runs: Simulation runs are often used to test processes without making actual changes, allowing users to verify the outcomes before executing the real operation.
  
  By following these steps and understanding the context of the error message, you can effectively manage the archiving and destruction processes in SAP.