How To Fix MMPUR_ARCHIVE420 - Deletion from table &1 related to service entry sheet &2 failed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving in Purchasing

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Deletion from table &1 related to service entry sheet &2 failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE420 - Deletion from table &1 related to service entry sheet &2 failed. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_ARCHIVE420 indicates that there was a failure in deleting an entry from a specific table related to a service entry sheet. This error typically occurs during the archiving or deletion process of service entry sheets in the Materials Management (MM) module.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Dependencies: The service entry sheet may have dependencies or references in other tables that prevent its deletion. For example, if there are still open purchase orders or invoices linked to the service entry sheet, the system will not allow deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion operation.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues or inconsistencies in the database that prevent the deletion from being executed successfully.
  
  
  Archiving Configuration: Incorrect configuration in the archiving settings or processes can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent objects (like purchase orders, invoices, etc.) that are linked to the service entry sheet. You may need to clear or resolve these dependencies before attempting deletion.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the deletion has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  Check for Data Integrity: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables for any inconsistencies or issues that may be causing the deletion to fail.
  
  
  Review Archiving Configuration: Check the archiving configuration settings in transaction SARA. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined for the service entry sheets and that the archiving process is set up properly.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  Log Analysis: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on why the deletion failed.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SARA: For archiving management.
  SE11: For checking table structures.
  SE16: For data browsing.
  SLG1: For application log analysis.
  
  
  
  Tables Involved: The specific table indicated by &1 in the error message will provide context on which table the deletion is failing. You can look up the table name in the error message to understand its role in the process.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to archiving and service entry sheets for best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.