How To Fix EAMS_BO188 - Material &1 is flagged for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAMS_BO - Business Object Layer

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Material &1 is flagged for deletion

What causes this issue?

You have entered a material, which is flagged for deletion.

System Response

Only not flagged for deletion materials can appear in the object list.

How to fix this error?

Please correct your entry.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAMS_BO188 - Material &1 is flagged for deletion ?

  The SAP error message EAMS_BO188 indicates that a specific material (denoted by &1) is flagged for deletion in the system. This means that the material is marked as inactive and cannot be used in transactions or processes until the flag is removed.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag: The material has been marked for deletion in the material master data. This can happen for various reasons, such as the material being obsolete, no longer in use, or replaced by another material.
  Data Maintenance: During data maintenance, a user may have inadvertently set the deletion flag for the material.
  Business Process Changes: Changes in business processes or inventory management strategies may lead to materials being flagged for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error and allow the material to be used again, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Go to the material master record using transaction code MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter the material number and check the "Basic Data" or "Sales" views to see if the deletion flag is set.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion flag by using transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Navigate to the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing) and uncheck the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the material master record.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or processes that might be affected by this change.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  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, inventory).
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to change material master data.
  Impact Analysis: Before removing the deletion flag, consider conducting an impact analysis to understand how this change might affect existing processes or reports.
  Documentation: It may be helpful to document the reason for the deletion flag and the decision to remove it for future reference.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the material is still flagged for deletion after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.