How To Fix MN046 - Only deletion flags are set & (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MN - Message class for subsequent settlement (Purchasing)

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Only deletion flags are set & (see long text)

What causes this issue?

A condition record belonging to agreement &V1& has already been used in
document items during price determination.
As a result, the arrangement cannot be deleted from the database.

System Response

The condition records for arrangement &V1& are flagged for deletion.
This means that they are no longer used in price determination.
However, business volume statistics ony continue to be updated until
the next time settlement accounting is performed for the arrangement.

How to fix this error?

Perform settlement accounting for arrangement date &V1& by settlement
date &V2& to deactivate it.
During settlement accounting, any provision for accrued income may have
to be dissolved, and the arrangement is assigned the status 'Final
settlement effected'.
Final settlement can be performed any time before the end of the
validity period &V2&.
If necessary, the deletion flags can be reset. However, in this case,
business volume data may be lost. You can use 'Subsequent business
volume update' to repost this.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MN046 - Only deletion flags are set & (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message MN046 ("Only deletion flags are set") typically occurs in the context of inventory management or material master data when you attempt to perform an operation on a material that has been flagged for deletion. This means that the material is marked in the system as no longer active or usable for transactions.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to perform a transaction (like posting goods movements, creating purchase orders, etc.) on a material that has been flagged for deletion.
  The material master record has deletion flags set in the relevant views (e.g., purchasing, sales, etc.), indicating that the material should not be used in any further transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the relevant views to see if the deletion flag is set.
  If the material is indeed flagged for deletion, you will need to decide whether to remove the deletion flag or to create a new material.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If you determine that the material should still be active, you can remove the deletion flag:
  
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master record.
  Navigate to the relevant views and uncheck the deletion flag.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Create a New Material:
  
  If the material is no longer needed and should not be used, consider creating a new material instead of trying to use the flagged one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the long text associated with the error message for additional context or specific instructions related to your SAP configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the material master data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM01: Create Material
  
  
  
  Material Master Views:
  
  Purchasing
  Sales
  Basic Data
  Accounting
  
  
  
  Deletion Flags:
  
  Deletion flags can be set at various levels (e.g., for specific sales organizations, plants, etc.), so ensure you check all relevant views.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or enhancements.
  
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the error persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further assistance.