How To Fix KO474 - Deletion indicators were set for selected orders, where possible

KO474 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Deletion indicators were set for selected orders, where possible

What causes this issue?

The deletion indicator was set for the orders you selected.
All orders for which this transaction could not be carried out remain
unchanged.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO474 - Deletion indicators were set for selected orders, where possible ?

  The SAP error message KO474 indicates that deletion indicators have been set for selected orders, which means that the system has marked certain orders for deletion. This typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and production planning (PP) modules, where orders may need to be deleted or archived.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Indicators: The error arises when you attempt to delete or modify an order that has already been marked with a deletion indicator. This is a safeguard to prevent accidental deletion of important data.
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow for further modifications or deletions.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked documents (like purchase orders, production orders, etc.) that prevent the deletion of the order.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deletion Indicators: Review the orders in question to confirm if deletion indicators are indeed set. You can do this by checking the order details in the SAP system.
  Remove Deletion Indicators: If