How To Fix 88100 - Article & is flagged for deletion in Recycling Administration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Article & is flagged for deletion in Recycling Administration

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88100 - Article & is flagged for deletion in Recycling Administration ?

  The SAP error message "88100 Article & is flagged for deletion in Recycling Administration" typically indicates that a specific article (material) in the SAP system has been marked for deletion within the Recycling Administration module. This can occur for various reasons, such as changes in business processes, product discontinuation, or data cleanup efforts.
  Cause:
  
  Flagged for Deletion: The article has been explicitly marked for deletion in the Recycling Administration settings.
  Data Management: The article may no longer be relevant for business operations, leading to its deletion flag.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that automatically flag certain articles for deletion based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Article Status: Verify the status of the article in the Recycling Administration module. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., MM03 for material master) and checking the deletion flag.
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag: If the article should not be deleted, you can remove the deletion flag:
  
  Go to the material master record using transaction code MM02.
  Navigate to the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, etc.) and uncheck the deletion flag.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders: If you are unsure whether the article should be deleted or not, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., product managers, inventory managers) to confirm the status of the article.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If articles are being flagged for deletion automatically, review the configuration settings in the Recycling Administration module to understand the criteria being used.
  
  
  Documentation and Training: Ensure that users are aware of the implications of marking articles for deletion and provide training on how to manage article statuses effectively.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and MM01 (Create Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to Recycling Administration and article management.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to modify article statuses in the system.
  Data Cleanup Procedures: Establish procedures for regular data cleanup to manage articles effectively and avoid unnecessary flags for deletion.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and manage the article's status appropriately within the SAP system.