How To Fix V1544 - Delete purchase order &1, item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 544

• Message text: Delete purchase order &1, item &2

What causes this issue?

The current order item should be deleted or rejected. However, for this
order item the purchase order item &V2& still exists in the purchase
order &V1&.
The existing notification is produced, if the displayed purchase order
item has a deletion indicator, but the purchase order was only deleted
for archiving. A purchase order item is only then deleted for archiving
if the purchase order is complete and a deletion indicator has been set
in the purchase order item.

System Response

The existing notification can be processed as an error message and an
information message.
If an error occurs, the item cannot be deleted or rejected.
If the error is regarding an individual purchase order item, for which
goods reciept or invoice receipt has been posted, the existing notifi-
cation will be produced as an information message. Be aware that it is
not possible to delete the reason for rejection after saving.

How to fix this error?

As described in the short text, delete purchase order &V1& item &V2&
beforehand.
If follow-on documents already exist for the purchase order (goods
receipt, invoice receipt), you must cancel these beforehand.
In the event that purchase order item &V2& of purchase order &V1& has a
deletion indicator already (for archiving, see above) proceed as
follows:
Return to the purchase order and reset the deletion indicator for the
purchase order item.
Cancel the various follow-on documents, such as goods receipt and
invoice receipt.
Return to the purchase order and reset the deletion indicator for the
purchase order item.
You can now delete or reject the order item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1544 - Delete purchase order &1, item &2 ?

  The SAP error message V1544, which states "Delete purchase order &1, item &2," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a purchase order (PO) item that is not allowed due to certain conditions or constraints in the system. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Open Transactions: The purchase order item may have open transactions associated with it, such as goods receipts, invoices, or other related documents that prevent deletion.
  Status of the Purchase Order: The purchase order or item may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., if it is already completed or has been partially delivered).
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the purchase order item from other documents or processes in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the purchase order item.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Open Transactions: Review the purchase order item for any open transactions. If there are goods receipts or invoices, they need to be reversed or deleted before the purchase order item can be deleted.
  Change Status: If the purchase order is in a status that does not allow deletion, consider changing its status if possible. This may involve canceling or closing related transactions.
  Review Dependencies: Investigate any dependencies that may be preventing the deletion. This could involve checking related documents or processes that reference the purchase order item.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the purchase order item has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to check the details of the purchase order and identify any issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for purchasing and procurement processes to understand the lifecycle of purchase orders and the conditions under which they can be deleted.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.