How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE668 - Product is marked for deletion at Plant level.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 668

• Message text: Product is marked for deletion at Plant level.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE668 - Product is marked for deletion at Plant level. ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE668 indicates that a product (material) is marked for deletion at the plant level. This means that the material is flagged in the system to be deleted, and as a result, certain operations involving this material cannot be performed.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag: The material has been marked for deletion in the material master record for a specific plant. This is typically done when a product is no longer needed or is being phased out.
  Data Integrity: The system prevents operations on materials that are marked for deletion to maintain data integrity and avoid processing errors.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Record:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03).
  Enter the material number and select the relevant plant.
  Check the "Basic Data" or "Plant Data" views to see if the deletion flag is set.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If you determine that the material should not be deleted, you can remove the deletion flag.
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM02).
  Select the relevant views and uncheck the deletion flag for the plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders:
  
  If you are unsure whether to remove the deletion flag, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., product management, inventory control) to confirm the status of the product.
  
  
  
  Check Related Documents:
  
  Ensure that there are no outstanding transactions or documents related to the material that might be affected by the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the different views in the Material Master, as the deletion flag can be set in various views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the material master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing material master records and deletion flags.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your operations involving the material.