How To Fix MPN10010 - PO history (record) exists for item &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPN10 - Messages: Purchasing IS A&D/E&C 3.0 MPN Interchangeability

• Message number: 010

• Message text: PO history (record) exists for item &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPN10010 - PO history (record) exists for item & ?

  The SAP error message MPN10010, which states "PO history (record) exists for item &," typically occurs when you are trying to delete or modify a purchase order (PO) item that has associated history records. This history could include goods receipts, invoice receipts, or other transactions that have been posted against that particular PO item.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because SAP maintains a history of transactions related to purchase orders for auditing and tracking purposes. If there are any transactions (like goods receipts or invoices) that reference the PO item you are trying to modify or delete, SAP will prevent you from making changes to ensure data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check PO History: Review the purchase order history for the specific item. You can do this by using transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to see the history of goods receipts and invoices related to that item.
  
  
  Identify Transactions: Identify any transactions that are linked to the PO item. This could include:
  
  Goods receipts (MIGO)
  Invoice receipts (MIRO)
  Any other related documents
  
  
  
  Reverse Transactions: If you need to delete or modify the PO item, you may need to reverse or delete the associated transactions first. For example:
  
  If there are goods receipts, you may need to reverse them using MIGO.
  If there are invoices, you may need to reverse them using MIRO.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders: If the PO is part of a larger process, consult with relevant stakeholders (like finance or logistics) to ensure that reversing transactions will not disrupt business processes.
  
  
  Modify PO: Once all related transactions have been addressed, you should be able to modify or delete the PO item without encountering the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  MIRO: Invoice Verification
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on handling purchase orders and understanding the implications of modifying or deleting PO items.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the required actions on purchase orders and related transactions.
  
  If you continue to face issues, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP configuration and business processes.