How To Fix SO432 - Document(s) not active as reference

SO432 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 432

• Message text: Document(s) not active as reference

What causes this issue?

The document you have selected is not defined as a reference. You
therefore cannot delete it as a reference.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO432 - Document(s) not active as reference ?

  The SAP error message SO432 ("Document(s) not active as reference") typically occurs when you are trying to reference a document (such as a sales order, purchase order, or any other document) that is not in an active state. This can happen for various reasons, including the document being archived, deleted, or in a status that does not allow it to be referenced.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to reference may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., it may be completed, canceled, or archived).
  Archiving: The document may have been archived as part of a data management process, making it inactive for reference.
  Deletion: The document may have been deleted or marked for deletion in the system.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to access the document, leading to the perception that it is inactive.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document