M8359 - Order item & & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Order item & & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8359 - Order item & & deleted ?

  The SAP error message M8359 ("Order item & & deleted") typically occurs in the context of materials management and order processing. This message indicates that the order item you are trying to access or process has been deleted, which means that it is no longer available for further actions.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Order Item: The most common cause is that the order item has been deleted in the system, either manually by a user or through a batch job or process that cleans up or archives old data.
  Status Change: The order item may have been set to a status that prevents further processing, such as being marked as completed or canceled.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data integrity that lead to the system not recognizing the order item.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status of the order item in the system. If it has been deleted, you may need to check if there is a backup or if it can be restored.
  Review Change Logs: Look at the change logs or audit trails to see who deleted the order item and why. This can provide insights into whether it was an intentional action or an error.
  Recreate the Order Item: If the order item is essential for your processes, you may need to recreate it manually if possible.
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect a system error or data integrity issue, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further.
  Check for Batch Jobs: If there are batch jobs that delete or archive order items, review their configurations to ensure they are not deleting items prematurely.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or CO03 (Display Production Order) to check the status of the order.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or process the order item. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to misleading error messages.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for more detailed information on order management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and address the issue related to the M8359 error message in SAP.