How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_SP096 - Deletion flag is set for the valuation type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_SP - Message for MDG material SP

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Deletion flag is set for the valuation type

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

INCLUDE MDG_BS_MAT_DEL_FLAG OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP096 - Deletion flag is set for the valuation type ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP096 indicates that a deletion flag is set for the valuation type of a material in the Material Master. This typically occurs in the context of Material Data Governance (MDG) when trying to process or save a material that has a valuation type marked for deletion.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Deletion Flag: The valuation type associated with the material has been marked for deletion in the system. This means that the system does not allow any further processing for that valuation type.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the material master data, particularly in the valuation area or valuation type settings.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the material master or valuation area may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Valuation Type:
  
  Go to the Material Master (Transaction Code: MM03) and check the valuation type associated with the material.
  Ensure that the valuation type does not have a deletion flag set. If it does, you may need to remove the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion flag for the valuation type. This can typically be done in the Material Master data maintenance (Transaction Code: MM02).
  Navigate to the relevant views (e.g., Accounting view) and ensure that the deletion flag is unchecked.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Customizing (Transaction Code: SPRO) related to Material Master and Valuation. Ensure that the valuation types are correctly defined and not marked for deletion in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a data consistency check for the material master data to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and material master management for any specific guidelines or updates that may pertain to this error.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the different views of the Material Master, especially the Accounting and Valuation views, as they are crucial for understanding valuation types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP096 and continue with your material processing tasks in SAP.