How To Fix BM021 - You have deleted & unit(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BM - Development class BZME - units of measure

• Message number: 021

• Message text: You have deleted & unit(s)

What causes this issue?

The units of measure that you selected will be deleted.

System Response

The units of measure were flagged as deleted within the maintenance
transaction and are no longer offered for maintenance.

How to fix this error?

To delete the units from the database, save your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BM021 - You have deleted & unit(s) ?

  The SAP error message BM021 ("You have deleted & unit(s)") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material management when a user attempts to perform an action on a material or batch that has been deleted or is no longer available in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during stock transfers, inventory counts, or when trying to access a material that has been marked for deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Material/Batches: The material or batch you are trying to access has been marked for deletion in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, such as orphaned records or incomplete transactions.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access certain materials or batches that have been deleted.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may lead to the deletion of units under specific conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material or batch in question. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MSC3N (Display Batch).
  Restore Deleted Units: If the deletion was unintentional, you may need to restore the material or batch. This can involve changing the deletion flag or recreating the material if necessary.
  Review Transaction Logs: Check transaction logs to understand when and why the material was deleted. This can help in identifying if it was a user error or a system issue.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to access the materials or batches. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, MM02 (Change Material), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to manage materials effectively.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message BM021 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to handle materials and understand the implications of marking materials for deletion.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the SAP error message BM021.