How To Fix 1P181 - The forward order & is flagged for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1P - BCA: Payment Transactions

• Message number: 181

• Message text: The forward order & is flagged for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1P181 - The forward order & is flagged for deletion ?

  The SAP error message 1P181 indicates that a forward order (typically a production order or a purchase order) is flagged for deletion. This means that the order is marked in the system as no longer valid or needed, and therefore, certain operations cannot be performed on it.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Manual Deletion Flag: The order was manually flagged for deletion by a user.
  System Process: A system process or batch job may have flagged the order for deletion based on certain criteria (e.g., completion of production, cancellation of a purchase order).
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that led to the order being flagged incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Order Status:
  
  Use transaction codes like CO03 (for production orders) or ME23N (for purchase orders) to check the status of the order.
  Verify if the order is indeed flagged for deletion.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If the order should not be deleted, you can remove the deletion flag. This can typically be done in the order details screen by navigating to the appropriate field and unchecking the deletion flag.
  For production orders, you may need to use transaction CO02 to change the order and remove the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure why the order was flagged for deletion, consult with your team or the person responsible for order management. There may be business rules or processes that led to this action.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Documents:
  
  Ensure that there are no related documents (like invoices or delivery notes) that might be causing the order to be flagged for deletion.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration or business processes to understand why orders are being flagged for deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CO03: Display Production Order
  CO02: Change Production Order
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the order status.
  
  
  Documentation: Review any internal documentation or guidelines regarding order management and deletion processes.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP support for further assistance.