How To Fix MPD501 - MP header data in document &1 &2 &3 &4 is marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPD - Message Class for A&D MPD

• Message number: 501

• Message text: MP header data in document &1 &2 &3 &4 is marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPD501 - MP header data in document &1 &2 &3 &4 is marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message MPD501 indicates that the header data for a specific document (identified by the placeholders &1, &2, &3, &4) is marked for deletion. This typically occurs in the context of materials management or production planning modules, where documents such as purchase orders, production orders, or other related documents may be flagged for deletion.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag: The document has been marked for deletion, which means it is no longer active or valid in the system. This could be due to business processes where documents are archived or deleted after certain conditions are met.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect references to the document.
  User Action: A user may have manually set the deletion flag on the document, either intentionally or accidentally.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deletion Flag: Verify if the document is indeed marked for deletion. You can do this by checking the document in the