How To Fix 29863 - Item & & & ignored (deletion indicator)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 863

• Message text: Item & & & ignored (deletion indicator)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29863 - Item & & & ignored (deletion indicator) ?

  The SAP error message 29863, which states "Item & & & ignored (deletion indicator)," typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as when working with purchase orders, sales orders, or other transactional documents. This error indicates that the system has encountered an item that has been marked for deletion, and as a result, it is ignoring that item in the processing of the document.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that one or more items in the document have been flagged with a deletion indicator. This means that these items are no longer valid for processing, and the system is designed to skip over them to prevent any unintended actions on items that should not be included in the transaction.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Document: Review the document (e.g., purchase order, sales order) to identify which items have the deletion indicator set. You can do this by looking at the item details in the document.
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Indicator: If the items should not be deleted, you can remove the deletion indicator. This can typically be done by editing the item in the document and unchecking the deletion indicator checkbox.
  
  
  Delete the Item: If the item is indeed no longer needed, you can choose to delete the item from the document entirely. This will ensure that the error does not occur in future processing.
  
  
  Check for Related Documents: Sometimes, the deletion indicator may be set due to related documents (e.g., if the item is part of a delivery that has already been processed). Ensure that there are no dependencies that would prevent the item from being processed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of removing the deletion indicator or deleting the item, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order) or VA02 (Change Sales Order) to access and modify the relevant documents.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the document.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, test the document processing again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message 29863 effectively.