How To Fix IL417 - The superior location & is flagged for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 417

• Message text: The superior location & is flagged for deletion

What causes this issue?

The superior location &V1& is flagged for deletion.
(<DS:GLOS.system_status>System status</> <ZH>DLFL</>). Usually only the
current location should then be marked for deletion.

System Response

INCLUDE 'VERARBEITUNG-ENTER' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Check the combination.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IL417 - The superior location & is flagged for deletion ?

  The SAP error message IL417 indicates that the superior location (or parent location) in the system is flagged for deletion. This typically occurs in the context of Inventory Management or Logistics, where locations are used to manage stock and inventory.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an operation (like creating or modifying a subordinate location) that involves a superior location that has been marked for deletion. This means that the system recognizes that the parent location is no longer valid for use in transactions, which leads to the error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the IL417 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Superior Location:
  
  Navigate to the location in question using the relevant transaction code (e.g., IL01 for creating a location, IL02 for changing a location).
  Verify if the location is indeed flagged for deletion.
  
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Flag:
  
  If the superior location should not be deleted, you can remove the deletion flag. This can typically be done by changing the status of the location in the system.
  Use transaction IL02 to change the location and uncheck the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or transactions that require the superior location. If there are, you may need to address those before you can remove the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure whether the location should be deleted or not, consult with your logistics or inventory management team to confirm the intended status of the location.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Configuration:
  
  Sometimes, the issue may be related to configuration settings in the system. Ensure that the location hierarchy is correctly set up and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IL01: Create Location
  IL02: Change Location
  IL03: Display Location
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify location settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IL417 error and continue with your operations in SAP.