How To Fix MMPUR_ARCHIVE319 - Validity period has expired

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving in Purchasing

• Message number: 319

• Message text: Validity period has expired

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE319 - Validity period has expired ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE319 indicates that the validity period for a specific document or data record has expired. This error typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or contracts, when the system attempts to access archived data that is no longer valid due to the expiration of its validity period.
  Cause:
  
  Expired Validity Period: The primary cause of this error is that the document or data record you are trying to access has a defined validity period that has lapsed.
  Archiving Settings: The archiving settings in SAP may have been configured in such a way that certain documents are archived after a specific period, and attempts to access these documents after the expiration date will trigger this error.
  Data Retrieval Issues: If the system is trying to retrieve data from an archive that is no longer accessible or valid, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Period: Review the validity period of the document or data record in question. If it has indeed expired, you may need to create a new document or update the existing one.
  Access Archived Data: If you need to access archived data, ensure that you are using the appropriate transaction codes or reports that allow you to view archived documents. You may need to unarchive the data if necessary.
  Adjust Archiving Settings: If the archiving settings are too aggressive, consider adjusting them to extend the validity period for certain documents or to prevent important documents from being archived prematurely.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on handling archived documents and managing validity periods.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure how to proceed, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System) to manage and view archived data.
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects related to purchasing documents (e.g., purchase orders, contracts) to better manage their lifecycle.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access archived data and perform any required actions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the MMPUR_ARCHIVE319 error effectively.