How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO703 - Error occurred while reading the data of order &1 / &2 / &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO -

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Error occurred while reading the data of order &1 / &2 / &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO703 - Error occurred while reading the data of order &1 / &2 / &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO703 indicates that there was an issue while reading the data of a specific order, identified by the parameters &1, &2, and &3. This error typically occurs in the context of Purchase Orders (PO) or related documents in SAP.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The order data may be inconsistent or corrupted in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the order data.
  Missing Data: Required data for the order may be missing or not properly maintained.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the relevant modules (e.g., MM, SD).
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues, such as locks or connectivity problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the underlying tables for the order data.
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view or edit the order. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Verify Order Data:
  
  Check if the order exists and is correctly maintained. You can do this using transaction ME23N (Display Purchase Order).
  Look for any missing or incorrect entries in the order.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the relevant modules (e.g., MM, SD) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Database Checks:
  
  If you suspect database issues, consult with your database administrator to check for locks, performance issues, or connectivity problems.
  
  
  
  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 resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction codes or logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME21N (Create Purchase Order).
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Purchase Order processing and error handling.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /PF1/MSG_PO703.