How To Fix PK702 - &1 of &2 selected control cycles flagged for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 702

• Message text: &1 of &2 selected control cycles flagged for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK702 - &1 of &2 selected control cycles flagged for deletion ?

  The SAP error message PK702 indicates that a certain number of control cycles have been flagged for deletion in the system. This message typically arises in the context of Production Planning (PP) and is related to the management of control cycles in the context of repetitive manufacturing.
  Cause:
  The error message PK702 occurs when you attempt to perform an operation (such as saving or processing) on control cycles that have been marked for deletion. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Manual Flagging: Control cycles may have been manually flagged for deletion by a user.
  System Process: A batch job or a process may have flagged these control cycles for deletion as part of a cleanup or data maintenance task.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the data that lead to control cycles being flagged incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PK702 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Control Cycle Status:
  
  Use transaction code C223 (or C223N in newer versions) to check the status of the control cycles. Look for any that are flagged for deletion.
  
  
  
  Unflag Control Cycles:
  
  If you determine that the control cycles should not be deleted, you can unflag them. This can typically be done in the same transaction where you checked their status.
  
  
  
  Delete Control Cycles:
  
  If the control cycles are indeed no longer needed, you can proceed to delete them properly using the appropriate transaction (e.g., C223).
  
  
  
  Review Batch Jobs:
  
  If the flagging was done by a batch job, review the job logs to understand why the control cycles were flagged and if any corrective actions are needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to control cycles and the specific error message for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you suspect a bug, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Control Cycles: Control cycles are used in repetitive manufacturing to manage the production process and are linked to production orders and material requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223 for managing control cycles, C201 for creating production orders, and C202 for displaying them.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to control cycles and the PK702 error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the PK702 error effectively.