How To Fix 8I120 - Document was marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Document was marked for deletion

What causes this issue?

You have chosen to delete the document

System Response

The document will be deleted on saving

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I120 - Document was marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message 8I120: Document was marked for deletion typically occurs when a document in the SAP system has been flagged for deletion. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO), or Materials Management (MM), depending on the context of the document.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion Flag: The document was manually marked for deletion by a user or through a process.
  Data Cleanup: The document may be part of a data cleanup process where old or irrelevant documents are flagged for deletion.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configurations in the system may automatically mark documents for deletion based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) or MB03 (Display Material Document) to see if the document is indeed marked for deletion.
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion flag. This can typically be done through:
  
  Transaction Code: Use transaction FB02 (Change Document) for financial documents or MM02 (Change Material) for material documents to uncheck the deletion flag.
  Programmatic Approach: If the deletion flag was set through a program or batch job, you may need to run a specific program to reverse this action.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the document status, consult with your SAP administrator or support team to assist in resolving the issue.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in your SAP system to understand why documents are being marked for deletion automatically.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to change document statuses in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on handling deletion flags in the specific module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes available.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.