How To Fix IW704 - Deletion flag set for work center &1 plant &2

IW704 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Deletion flag set for work center &1 plant &2

What causes this issue?

You have entered a work center that has been flagged for deletion.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If this is an error message, you must correct the entries accordingly.
A work center can only be used if it has not been flagged for deletion.
If this is a warning, you can use the work center, but you should note
that this could result in problems during subsequent transactions in
which this work center is used.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW704 - Deletion flag set for work center &1 plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message IW704 indicates that a deletion flag has been set for a work center in a specific plant. This typically means that the work center is marked for deletion and cannot be used in certain operations, such as creating or modifying maintenance orders, production orders, or other related activities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag Set: The work center has been marked for deletion in the system. This can happen if the work center is no longer needed or if it is being replaced by another work center.
  Data Integrity: The system prevents the use of work centers that are flagged for deletion to maintain data integrity and avoid inconsistencies in planning and execution.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Flag:
  
  Navigate to the work center in the SAP system using transaction code CR02 (Change Work Center).
  Enter the work center and plant details.
  Check the "Deletion Flag" checkbox. If it is checked, uncheck it to remove the deletion flag.
  Save