How To Fix 61521 - Deletion indicator will be set; it cannot be reset

61521 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 521

• Message text: Deletion indicator will be set; it cannot be reset

What causes this issue?

The deletion indicator is set for the current run schedule header. You
cannot reset this deletion indicator. You cannot make any more
confirmations on this run schedule header.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61521 - Deletion indicator will be set; it cannot be reset ?

  The SAP error message "61521 Deletion indicator will be set; it cannot be reset" typically occurs in the context of material master data or other master data management processes. This message indicates that a deletion indicator is being set for a particular record, and once this indicator is set, it cannot be reversed or reset.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Indicator Set: The primary cause of this error is that the system is attempting to set a deletion indicator on a record (such as a material, vendor, or customer) that has already been marked for deletion. Once a deletion indicator is set, it signifies that the record is no longer active and should not be used in transactions.
  Data Integrity: The system enforces this rule to maintain data integrity and prevent accidental reactivation of records that are intended to be deleted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Record: Check the specific record that is causing the error. You can do this