How To Fix MC691 - & & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 691

• Message text: & & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC691 - & & deleted ?

  The SAP error message MC691 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the deletion of a material or a related object in the system. The message often appears in the context of Material Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) modules when trying to delete a material or when there are inconsistencies in the data.
  Cause:
  
  Material Deletion: The error may occur if you are trying to delete a material that is still being referenced in other transactions or documents (e.g., purchase orders, production orders, etc.).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database or in the material master data that prevent the deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the material.
  Status of the Material: The material may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., blocked or marked for deletion).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check References: Before deleting a material, ensure that it is not being referenced in any open transactions. You can use transaction codes like ME2N (for purchase orders) or CO03 (for production orders) to check for references.
  Remove Dependencies: If there are dependent documents, you may need to delete or change them before you can delete the material.
  Check Material Status: Ensure that the material is not blocked or marked for deletion. You can check this in the material master record.
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Use Transaction MM06: If the material is not needed anymore, you can mark it for deletion using transaction MM06 instead of deleting it outright.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and MM06 (Mark for Deletion).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on material management and deletion processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MC691 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.