How To Fix BORGR578 - Material &1 is flagged for deletion (&2 &3 &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BORGR - Messages Multi-Level Goods Receipt

• Message number: 578

• Message text: Material &1 is flagged for deletion (&2 &3 &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BORGR578 - Material &1 is flagged for deletion (&2 &3 &4) ?

  The SAP error message BORGR578 indicates that a material (denoted by &1) is flagged for deletion. This means that the material is marked in the system as no longer active or available for use, which can prevent certain operations from being performed on it, such as sales orders, inventory management, or production planning.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag: The material has been flagged for deletion in the material master data. This can happen for various reasons, such as the material being obsolete, replaced by a new material, or simply no longer needed.
  Data Maintenance: The deletion flag may have been set during data maintenance activities, either manually by a user or through a batch process.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may automatically flag materials for deletion based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Status: Verify the status of the material in the material master (transaction code MM03). Look for the deletion flag in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing).
  Remove Deletion Flag: If the material is still needed, you can remove the deletion flag:
  
  Go to transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Enter the material number and select the relevant views.
  Navigate to the "General Data" or "Sales" view (depending on where the deletion flag is set).
  Uncheck the deletion flag and save the changes.
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders: If you are unsure whether to remove the deletion flag, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., inventory management, sales, or production teams) to confirm the material's status.
  Review Processes: If materials are being flagged for deletion frequently, review the processes and criteria used for flagging materials to ensure they align with business needs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM01: Create Material
  
  
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the different views in the material master, as the deletion flag can be set in various contexts (e.g., purchasing, sales, accounting).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing material master data and understanding deletion flags.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to change material master data, as this can affect the ability to remove deletion flags.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the BORGR578 error and manage the material's status effectively.