How To Fix KV214 - Order has deletion indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KV - Variance Analysis for Cost Centers and Cost Objects

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Order has deletion indicator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KV214 - Order has deletion indicator ?

  The SAP error message KV214 ("Order has deletion indicator") typically occurs when you are trying to process or post transactions related to an order that has been marked for deletion. This means that the order is no longer active and cannot be used for further processing.
  Cause:
  The deletion indicator on an order signifies that the order is intended to be deleted or is no longer valid for transactions. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  
  The order was completed and is no longer needed.
  The order was manually marked for deletion by a user.
  The order was part of a larger process that has been reversed or canceled.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KV214 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Order Status: Verify the status of the order in the system. You can do this by navigating to the order in the relevant transaction (e.g., CO03 for production orders, VA03 for sales orders, etc.) and checking if the deletion indicator is set.
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Indicator: If the order should still be active, you can remove the deletion indicator. This can typically be done in the order details screen:
  
  Go to the order in the relevant transaction.
  Look for an option to remove the deletion indicator (this may vary based on the type of order).
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team: If you are unsure why the deletion indicator was set or whether it should be removed, consult with your team or the person responsible for order management in your organization.
  
  
  Create a New Order: If the order is indeed no longer valid and should not be processed, consider creating a new order for any further transactions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing orders, such as:
  
  CO03 (Display Production Order)
  VA03 (Display Sales Order)
  ME23N (Display Purchase Order)
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify orders and remove deletion indicators.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling orders and deletion indicators.
  
  
  Support: If you continue to face issues or if the deletion indicator is set due to a system error, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KV214 error and proceed with your order processing.