How To Fix 29745 - Document & & & & is marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 745

• Message text: Document & & & & is marked for deletion

What causes this issue?

You receive this message in one of the following situations:
You want to create a document structure for document &V1& &V2& &V3&
&V4&.
You want to enter document &V1& &V2& &V3& &V4& as document item for a
BOM.
You cannot do this because the document has been flagged for deletion.

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?

Please check whether the deletion flag in the document info record can
be withdrawn. If not, you cannot create a BOM for this document or
enter the document as an item.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29745 - Document & & & & is marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message 29745, which states "Document & & & & is marked for deletion," typically occurs when you are trying to access or process a document that has been flagged for deletion in the SAP system. This can happen in various modules, such as Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), or Financial Accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  
  Document Marked for Deletion: The document in question has been marked for deletion, which means it is no longer valid for processing. This could be due to various reasons, such as business process changes, data cleanup activities, or user actions.
  Data Integrity Issues: Sometimes, documents may be marked for deletion due to data integrity issues or errors during data entry.
  User Actions: A user may have intentionally marked the document for deletion as part of a data management process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in the relevant transaction. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to check the database table where the document is stored (e.g., BKPF for accounting documents, MARA for material master).
  Unmark for Deletion: If the document should not be marked for deletion, you can unmark it. This typically involves changing the document status in the relevant transaction. For example, in the case of a material, you can use transaction MM02 to change the material master data and remove the deletion flag.
  Consult with Your Team: If you are unsure why the document was marked for deletion, consult with your team or the person responsible for data management. They may have insights into the business processes that led to this action.
  Review Deletion Procedures: Ensure that your organization has clear procedures for marking documents for deletion and that users are trained on these processes to avoid accidental deletions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for checking and managing documents, such as MM02, FB03, VA03, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for the specific module you are working with to understand how deletion flags work and the implications of marking documents for deletion.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.