How To Fix IL414 - Functional location & has a deletion flag. Can only be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IL - PM: ILOM - Functional Locations

• Message number: 414

• Message text: Functional location & has a deletion flag. Can only be displayed

What causes this issue?

The <DS:GLOS.functional_location>functional location</> &V1& is marked
with a <DS:GLOS.deletion_indicator>deletion indicator</>.

System Response

The system will only display the master record.

How to fix this error?

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IL414 - Functional location & has a deletion flag. Can only be displayed ?

  The SAP error message IL414 indicates that a functional location has been marked with a deletion flag, which means it cannot be modified or deleted through standard transactions. Instead, it can only be displayed. This situation typically arises when a functional location is no longer in use but has not been fully removed from the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag Set: The functional location has been flagged for deletion, which is a standard practice in SAP to prevent accidental modifications or deletions of important data.
  Data Integrity: The deletion flag is a safeguard to maintain data integrity, ensuring that historical data remains intact while preventing further changes to the flagged object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deletion Flag: If you need to work with the functional location, first check the deletion flag status. You can do this by navigating to the functional location in the SAP GUI and reviewing its details.
  Remove Deletion Flag: If you have the necessary authorizations and it is appropriate to do so, you can remove the deletion flag. This is typically done in the functional location master data:
  
  Go to the transaction code IL02 (Change Functional Location).
  Enter the functional location number and press Enter.
  In the functional location details, look for the deletion flag option and uncheck it.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders: Before removing the deletion flag, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., maintenance planners, project managers) to ensure that the functional location is indeed still needed and that removing the flag is appropriate.
  Use Display Mode: If you only need to view the functional location and do not need to make changes, you can use transaction code IL03 (Display Functional Location) to view its details without modifying it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Functional Locations: These are used in SAP to represent physical locations or areas where maintenance activities are performed.
  Deletion Flag: This is a common feature in SAP to manage data lifecycle, allowing users to mark objects for deletion without immediately removing them from the database.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change the deletion flag. If you do not have the required access, you may need to contact your SAP administrator or support team.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing functional locations and handling deletion flags.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the IL414 error message effectively.