How To Fix LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS063 - Vendor & is marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS - Sustainability Validations

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Vendor & is marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS063 - Vendor & is marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message LFS_SSTN_VALIDATIONS063 indicates that a vendor is marked for deletion in the system. This typically occurs in the context of logistics and supply chain management, particularly when dealing with vendor master data in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an operation (such as creating a purchase order, goods receipt, etc.) involving a vendor that has been flagged as "marked for deletion." This means that the vendor is no longer active in the system and cannot be used for transactions.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Status:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for display).
  Enter the vendor number and check the status. Look for any indicators that show the vendor is marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Unmark Vendor for Deletion:
  
  If you determine that the vendor should still be active, you can unmark the vendor for deletion.
  Use transaction XK02 (Change Vendor) to modify the vendor's status.
  Remove the deletion flag in the relevant views (e.g., purchasing, accounting).
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders:
  
  If you are unsure whether the vendor should be unmarked, consult with your procurement or finance team to confirm the vendor's status and whether it should be retained in the system.
  
  
  
  Create a New Vendor:
  
  If the vendor is indeed no longer needed and should remain marked for deletion, consider creating a new vendor record for future transactions.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no open transactions or dependencies that might be affected by unmarking the vendor for deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Vendor Master Data Management: Understanding how vendor master data is managed in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the different views (e.g., general data, company code data, purchasing data) and how deletion flags work.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on vendor management and handling deletion flags.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your transactions involving vendor data.