How To Fix MV028 - Purchase order & does not exist

MV028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MV - Messages for Transfer of Partly Open Purchase Orders

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Purchase order & does not exist

What causes this issue?

A precondition for transferring the PO history for purchase order no.
&V1& is that the PO itself has been created in the system. However,
this is not the case.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Before transferring the PO history, you must transfer the purchase
order itself.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MV028 - Purchase order & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MV028, which states "Purchase order & does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to access or process a purchase order (PO) that the system cannot find. This can happen for several reasons. Below are the common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Purchase Order Number: The purchase order number you are trying to access may be incorrect or mistyped.
  PO Deletion: The purchase order may have been deleted or archived in the system.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the purchase order.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your system is integrated with other systems, there may be synchronization issues leading to the PO not being available.
  PO Status: The purchase order may be in a status that does not allow it to be accessed (e.g., closed or completed).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the Purchase Order Number: Double-check the PO number you are entering