How To Fix MM075 - Deletion flag is set at distribution chain level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 075

• Message text: Deletion flag is set at distribution chain level

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM075 - Deletion flag is set at distribution chain level ?

  The SAP error message MM075 ("Deletion flag is set at distribution chain level") typically occurs in the Materials Management (MM) module when you attempt to perform an action on a material that has been flagged for deletion at the distribution chain level. This means that the material is marked as inactive or deleted for a specific sales organization and distribution channel combination.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the deletion flag being set for the material in the specific distribution chain. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  
  Material Lifecycle Management: The material may have been intentionally marked for deletion as part of a material lifecycle management process.
  Data Maintenance: During data maintenance, a user may have set the deletion flag inadvertently.
  Master Data Cleanup: As part of a cleanup process, materials that are no longer needed may be flagged for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MM075 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM03 (Display Material) and enter the material number.
  Navigate to the "Sales Org. Data" or "Sales Org. Data 1" view (depending on your version) and check if the deletion flag is set for the relevant distribution chain.
  
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Flag:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion flag by going to transaction code MM02 (Change Material).
  Enter the material number and navigate to the relevant distribution chain view.
  Uncheck the deletion flag and save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Related Documents:
  
  Ensure that there are no outstanding documents (like purchase orders, sales orders, etc.) that might be affected by the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about removing the deletion flag, consult with your team or the person responsible for material master data management to ensure that it is appropriate to do so.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change material master data.
  Impact of Deletion Flag: Understand that removing the deletion flag will make the material active again for transactions in the specified distribution chain.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on material master data management for best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM075 error and continue with your intended operations in SAP.