How To Fix O9864 - Specified item not found for positioning

O9864 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O9 - IS-Oil: TD - Scheduling, loading, delivery confirmation

• Message number: 864

• Message text: Specified item not found for positioning

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O9864 - Specified item not found for positioning ?

  The SAP error message O9864 ("Specified item not found for positioning") typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as when working with purchase orders, sales orders, or other transactional documents. This error indicates that the system is unable to locate a specific item or line in the document that you are trying to access or manipulate.
  Causes:
  
  Item Deletion: The item you are trying to access may have been deleted or is no longer available in the document.
  Incorrect Item Number: The item number or identifier you are using may be incorrect or does not exist in the current context.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for the requested operation (e.g., it may be locked or in a state of processing).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or in the way the data is being retrieved, possibly due to a failed update or