How To Fix CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN027 - External list &1 is marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN - CRM Marketing: Messages External List Management

• Message number: 027

• Message text: External list &1 is marked for deletion

What causes this issue?

You want to delete the external list &V1&.

System Response

By calling up functions CRM_MKTLIST_DELETE the external list has already
been marked for deletion. The system is now waiting to call up function
module CRM_MKTLIST_SAVE and the language command COMMIT WORK to delete
the data from the database.

How to fix this error?

Call function module CRM_MKTLIST_SAVE and then language command COMMIT
WORK to delete the external list.
Call the function module CRM_MKTLIST_MAINTAIN with parameter
IV_IGNORE_WARNINGS = 'X', to reset the deletion and to copy the data
from function module CRM_MKTLIST_MAINTAIN.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN027 - External list &1 is marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTLIST_ADMIN027 indicates that an external list (in this case, identified by the placeholder &1) is marked for deletion. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) when dealing with marketing lists or external data sources.
  Cause:
  
  Marked for Deletion: The external list has been flagged for deletion in the system. This could happen due to administrative actions or data management processes.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data that led to the list being marked for deletion.
  User Actions: A user with the appropriate permissions may have manually marked the list for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Status of the List: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., CRM Marketing) and check the status of the external list. 
  You can use transaction codes like CRMD_ORDER or CRMD_ORDERADM_H to find the list and its details.
  
  
  
  Unmark for Deletion:
  
  If the list should not be deleted, you can change its status back to active. This typically involves editing the list and removing the deletion flag.
  Ensure you have the necessary permissions to make this change.
  
  
  
  Review Deletion Reasons:
  
  Investigate why the list was marked for deletion. This may involve checking logs or consulting with team members who manage the data.
  
  
  
  Recreate the List:
  
  If the list is indeed no longer needed or cannot be restored, consider creating a new external list with the required data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to managing external lists in your version of SAP CRM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing marketing lists, such as CRMD_ORDER, CRMD_ORDERADM_H, or CRMD_MKTLIST.
  User Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate permissions to modify the status of external lists.
  Data Management Policies: Review your organization's data management policies to understand how external lists are handled and the criteria for marking them for deletion.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.