How To Fix MI_MGMT011 - Configuration marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MI_MGMT - MI: Device Management

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Configuration marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MI_MGMT011 - Configuration marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message MI_MGMT011, which states "Configuration marked for deletion," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Inventory Management (IM) when a configuration or master data record is flagged for deletion but is still being referenced or used in some way.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag: The configuration or master data (like a material master, batch, or other related records) has been marked for deletion in the system. This can happen if a user or process has set the deletion flag intentionally or unintentionally.
  Active References: There may still be active references to the configuration in other transactions or documents, which prevents the system from fully processing the deletion.
  Data Integrity: SAP has built-in checks to ensure data integrity, and if a configuration is marked for deletion but still in use, it will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Deletion Flag: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM02 for material master) and check if the deletion flag is set. If it is, and you want to keep the configuration, you can remove the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Review References: 
  
  Investigate if there are any active documents or transactions that reference the configuration. This can include purchase orders, sales orders, stock movements, etc. You may need to close or delete these references before you can proceed with the deletion.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MB52 (List Warehouse Stocks on Hand), or MB1A (Goods Withdrawal) to check for any active references.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs: 
  
  Check the application logs or system logs for more detailed information about what is causing the error. This can provide insights into which specific references are causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing materials and inventory, such as MM01, MM02, MM03, MB1A, MB1B, and MB1C.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to material management and configuration management for best practices on handling deletion flags and data integrity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MI_MGMT011 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.