How To Fix FTVV_MESSAGES153 - The & has a delete flag

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTVV_MESSAGES - Reporting Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 153

• Message text: The & has a delete flag

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES153 - The & has a delete flag ?

  The SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES153 indicates that a specific entry (usually a master data record) has been marked for deletion. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or master data management, where certain records are flagged to prevent further processing.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an operation (like posting a transaction, creating a new record, or modifying an existing one) on a master data record that has been marked with a delete flag. This flag indicates that the record is no longer valid for use in transactions.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Record Status:
  
  Identify the specific record that is causing the error. This could be a customer, vendor, or any other master data entry.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the relevant database table (e.g., LFB1 for vendors, KNA1 for customers) and check if the delete flag is set.
  
  
  
  Remove the Delete Flag:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the delete flag from the record. This is typically done in the master data maintenance transaction (e.g., FK02 for vendor, FD02 for customer).
  Navigate to the relevant transaction, enter the record number, and look for an option to remove the delete flag.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the record status, contact your SAP administrator or the person responsible for data management in your organization. They can assist in removing the delete flag.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes:
  
  Ensure that the deletion of records is in line with your business processes. Sometimes, records are flagged for deletion as part of a data cleanup process, and you may need to verify if the record should indeed be reactivated.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data, such as FK01 (Create Vendor), FK02 (Change Vendor), FD01 (Create Customer), and FD02 (Change Customer).
  Authorization: Ensure you have the appropriate authorizations to view and modify master data records.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling master data and understanding the implications of deleting records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your intended operations in SAP.