How To Fix CO444 - Deletion indicator activated for order &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 444

• Message text: Deletion indicator activated for order &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO444 - Deletion indicator activated for order & ?

  The SAP error message CO444 indicates that a deletion indicator has been activated for a production order. This means that the order is marked for deletion and cannot be processed further in certain transactions. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Indicator: The deletion indicator is set on the production order, which prevents any further processing, such as confirmations, settlements, or changes to the order.
  Order Status: The order may have been flagged for deletion due to various reasons, such as being completed, canceled, or no longer needed.
  User Action: A user may have manually set the deletion indicator, or it may have been set automatically by the system based on certain criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Order Status: Review the status of the production order in transaction CO03 (Display Production Order) to confirm if the deletion indicator is indeed set.
  Remove the Deletion Indicator:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion indicator by using transaction CO02 (Change Production Order).
  Navigate to the order, and in the order header, look for the deletion indicator field and deactivate it.
  
  
  Consult with Your Team: If you are unsure why the deletion indicator was set or if it should be removed, consult with your production planning or operations team to ensure that the order should still be active.
  Check for Related Documents: Ensure that there are no related documents (like purchase orders or sales orders) that might be affected by the deletion of the production order.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO03: Display Production Order
  COHV: Mass processing of production orders
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change production orders and remove deletion indicators.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling production orders and deletion indicators.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CO444 error and understand the implications of the deletion indicator on your production orders.