How To Fix MM073 - Deletion flag is set at company code level

MM073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Deletion flag is set at company code level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM073 - Deletion flag is set at company code level ?

  The SAP error message MM073 ("Deletion flag is set at company code level") typically occurs when you attempt to perform an operation on a material that has been flagged for deletion at the company code level. This means that the material is marked as inactive or obsolete for that specific company code, and as a result, certain transactions cannot be processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag Set: The material master record has a deletion flag set for the specific company code. This is often done when a material is no longer needed or is being phased out.
  Transaction Attempt: You may be trying to perform a transaction (like posting goods movements, creating purchase orders, etc.) that is not allowed for materials marked with a deletion flag.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM073 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number and company code.
  Check the