How To Fix 881187 - Recycling partner in vendor master marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Recycling partner in vendor master marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881187 - Recycling partner in vendor master marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message 881187, which states "Recycling partner in vendor master marked for deletion," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation related to a vendor that has been marked for deletion in the vendor master data. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to create a purchase order, invoice, or any other transaction that involves the vendor.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Marked for Deletion: The primary cause of this error is that the vendor master record has been flagged as "marked for deletion." This means that the vendor is no longer active and cannot be used in transactions.
  Recycling Partner: In the context of recycling, this could refer to a vendor that is associated with recycling activities, and if that vendor is marked for deletion, it will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Status: 
  
  Go to the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 for general view or MK03 for purchasing view).
  Enter the vendor number and check if the vendor is marked for deletion. You can find this in the "Status" section of the vendor master record.
  
  
  
  Unmark for Deletion:
  
  If the vendor is indeed marked for deletion and you need to use it, you can unmark it. This can be done by going to the vendor master data (transaction code XK02 for general view or MK02 for purchasing view) and removing the deletion flag.
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Create a New Vendor: 
  
  If the vendor is no longer relevant or if you cannot unmark it for some reason, consider creating a new vendor record that can be used for your transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: 
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of unmarking a vendor or if you do not have the necessary permissions, consult with your SAP administrator or the team responsible for vendor management in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Vendor Master Data: Understanding how vendor master data is structured and managed in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the different views (general, purchasing, accounting) and the implications of marking a vendor for deletion.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MK01: Create Purchasing Info Record
  MK02: Change Purchasing Info Record
  MK03: Display Purchasing Info Record
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on vendor master data management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and continue with your transactions involving vendors.