How To Fix IP657 - Task list &1 &2 &3 cannot be used owing to deletion flag set

IP657 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 657

• Message text: Task list &1 &2 &3 cannot be used owing to deletion flag set

What causes this issue?

The following may have happened:
You tried to assign a <DS:GLOS.3526C2E2AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>task
list</> to a <DS:GLOS.3526C2E6AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>maintenance-</>
or <DS:GLOS.3526C33FAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>service notification</>,
which is flagged for deletion.
The <DS:GLOS.3526C2E2AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>task list</>, which is
entered in the order default values of the service product for the
outline agreement item, has been flagged for deletion.

System Response

You cannot use task lists with a deletion flag in notifications or
orders.

How to fix this error?

Reset the deletion flag in the task list or enter another task list.

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 IP657 - Task list &1 &2 &3 cannot be used owing to deletion flag set ?

  The SAP error message IP657 indicates that a task list cannot be used because a deletion flag has been set. This typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and task list management within the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag Set: The primary reason for this error is that the task list (which could be a maintenance task list, routing, or similar) has been marked for deletion. This means that the task list is no longer considered valid for use in planning or execution.
  Data Integrity Issues: Sometimes, the deletion flag may be set due to data integrity issues or incorrect data handling in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Task List Status:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., IP02 for changing task lists).
  Enter the task list number and check its status. If the deletion flag is set, you will need to remove