How To Fix MMPUR_ARCHIVE321 - Item has deletion indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving in Purchasing

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Item has deletion indicator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE321 - Item has deletion indicator ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE321 indicates that an item has a deletion indicator set, which prevents certain operations from being performed on that item. This error typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when you attempt to archive or process items that are marked for deletion.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the item in question has been flagged with a deletion indicator. This means that the item is marked as deleted in the system, and as a result, it cannot be processed further. The deletion indicator is often used to prevent accidental changes or processing of items that are no longer relevant.
  Solution:
  To resolve the MMPUR_ARCHIVE321 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Item Status:
  
  Navigate to the relevant purchasing document (e.g., purchase order or requisition) in SAP.
  Check the status of the item to confirm that it has a deletion indicator set.
  
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Indicator:
  
  If the item should not be deleted, you can remove the deletion indicator. This can typically be done by editing the item in the purchasing document and unchecking the deletion indicator.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make this change.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure whether the deletion indicator should be removed, consult with your team or the relevant stakeholders to confirm the item's status and whether it should be retained in the system.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Document:
  
  After removing the deletion indicator, attempt to reprocess the document or perform the action that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Archiving Considerations:
  
  If you are trying to archive the document, ensure that all items within the document are eligible for archiving and do not have deletion indicators set.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Deletion Indicator: In SAP, a deletion indicator is a flag that can be set on various objects (e.g., materials, purchasing documents) to indicate that they should not be processed further. This is often used for items that are no longer needed or relevant.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) to check and modify the status of purchasing documents.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify purchasing documents and remove deletion indicators.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.