How To Fix ME551 - Deletion indicator cannot be unset

ME551 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Deletion indicator cannot be unset

What causes this issue?

You wish to reset the deletion indicator for an item. The item contains
the base unit of measure &V2&, but material &V1& is now managed in the
base unit &V3&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please create a new item.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

ME551 - Details

• The SAP error message ME551 "Deletion indicator cannot be unset" typically occurs when you are trying to remove the deletion indicator from a purchase requisition (PR) or purchase order (PO) that has already been marked for deletion. This error indicates that the system does not allow the deletion indicator to be unset due to certain conditions or settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Status of the Document: The document (PR or PO) may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being in a closed state or having been fully processed.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions that prevent the deletion indicator from being unset.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the document.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom logic or enhancements in place that prevent the deletion indicator from being unset.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the purchase requisition or purchase order. If