How To Fix RECNNT027 - Reason for rejection &1 (&2) is obsolete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECNNT - Notice

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Reason for rejection &1 (&2) is obsolete

What causes this issue?

Reason for rejection &v1& (&v2&) is defined as obsolete in Customizing.

System Response

It is not permitted to use this reason for rejection.

How to fix this error?

Use a different reason for rejection.

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE RECA_CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECNNT027 - Reason for rejection &1 (&2) is obsolete ?

  The SAP error message RECNNT027, which states "Reason for rejection &1 (&2) is obsolete," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with rejection reasons in processes such as sales orders, purchase orders, or other transactional documents. This error indicates that the specified reason for rejection is no longer valid or has been marked as obsolete in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Reason for Rejection: The reason for rejection you are trying to use has been marked as obsolete in the system. This could happen due to changes in business processes, updates in the system, or data maintenance activities.
  Configuration Changes: The configuration settings in the SAP system may have been changed, leading to certain rejection reasons being deactivated or removed.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the system is trying to reference a rejection reason that is no longer available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Reason for Rejection: Verify the reason for rejection you are trying to use. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the customizing settings under the relevant module).
  Update the Document: If the reason for rejection is indeed obsolete, you will need to select a valid reason for rejection that is currently active in the system.
  Reactivate or Create a New Reason: If the obsolete reason is still needed, you may consider reactivating it (if possible) or creating a new reason for rejection that aligns with your current business processes.
  Consult with SAP Support or Documentation: If you are unsure about the changes made or need further assistance, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for guidance on how to handle obsolete rejection reasons.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide) to check or modify the configuration settings related to rejection reasons.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration or to view the relevant settings.
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the new or reactivated rejection reason works as expected in the relevant business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RECNNT027 error and continue with your transactions in SAP.