How To Fix 60306 - Business entity & is flagged as deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Business entity & is flagged as deleted

What causes this issue?

You have called up a business entity that has already been deleted.

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?

This business entity can no longer be called up.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60306 - Business entity & is flagged as deleted ?

  The SAP error message 60306 indicates that a business entity (such as a customer, vendor, or material) is flagged as deleted in the system. This typically means that the entity is no longer active and cannot be used in transactions or processes.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag: The business entity has been marked as deleted in the system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as data cleanup processes, business decisions, or errors during data entry.
  Data Migration: During data migration or system upgrades, entities may be flagged as deleted if they do not meet certain criteria or if they are no longer relevant.
  User Action: A user with the appropriate permissions may have manually flagged the entity as deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Status: Verify the status of the business entity in the relevant transaction (e.g., customer master, vendor master). You can do this by using transaction codes like XD03 (for customers) or MK03 (for vendors).
  Unflag the Entity: If the entity should be active, you can unflag it by using the appropriate transaction (e.g., XD02 for customers, MK02 for vendors) and changing the status back to active. Ensure you have the necessary permissions to make this change.
  Consult with Your Team: If you are unsure why the entity was flagged as deleted, consult with your team or the person responsible for data management to understand the implications of reactivating the entity.
  Data Integrity Checks: If this issue arises frequently, consider implementing data integrity checks or processes to prevent accidental deletions in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the status of business entities in SAP.
  Audit Trail: Check the audit trail or change logs to see who flagged the entity as deleted and why. This can provide insights into whether it was a necessary action.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing business entities to ensure compliance with data management policies.
  
  If the issue persists or if you encounter further complications, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for additional troubleshooting steps.