How To Fix CE359 - Work center & is marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CE - CAPP messages

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Work center & is marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CE359 - Work center & is marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message CE359 indicates that a work center is marked for deletion. This typically occurs when a work center has been flagged in the system to be removed, which can prevent users from performing certain operations related to that work center, such as creating or modifying production orders, routing, or capacity planning.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag: The work center has been marked for deletion in the system. This can happen if the work center is no longer needed or if it was incorrectly flagged during maintenance.
  Data Integrity: The system may have integrity checks that prevent operations on work centers that are marked for deletion to avoid inconsistencies in production planning and execution.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Work Center Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code CR02 (Change Work Center) or CR03 (Display Work Center).
  Enter the work center ID and check if the deletion flag is set.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If the work center is still needed, you can remove the deletion flag:
  
  In CR02, navigate to the "General Data" tab.
  Look for the "Deletion Flag" checkbox and uncheck it.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Team:
  
  If you are unsure whether the work center should be deleted or not, consult with your production planning or operations team to confirm its status.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or ongoing processes that might be affected by the removal of the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CR01: Create Work Center
  CR02: Change Work Center
  CR03: Display Work Center
  CR04: Work Center List
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on work center management and the implications of marking a work center for deletion.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of work centers in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CE359 error and restore functionality related to the affected work center.