How To Fix /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO033 - Deletion checkbox is selected for the selected document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Deletion checkbox is selected for the selected document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO033 - Deletion checkbox is selected for the selected document ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO033 indicates that the deletion checkbox is selected for a document that you are trying to process. This typically occurs in the context of document management or document processing within SAP, particularly in the PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) module.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to perform an action (like editing, viewing, or processing) on a document that has been marked for deletion.
  The deletion checkbox in the document's metadata or properties has been activated, indicating that the document is flagged for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Navigate to the document in question and check its properties or metadata.
  Look for the deletion checkbox or status indicator.
  
  
  
  Uncheck Deletion Checkbox:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, uncheck the deletion checkbox to mark the document as active again.
  Save the changes to the document.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the document status, consult with your SAP administrator or the team responsible for document management.
  They may need to review the document's status and determine if it should indeed be deleted or if it can be reactivated.
  
  
  
  Review Document Lifecycle:
  
  Ensure that the document is not part of a larger workflow or lifecycle process that requires it to be deleted.
  If the document is part of a workflow, you may need to follow the appropriate steps to complete or cancel the workflow before making changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to the document in other parts of the system that might prevent it from being reactivated.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to modify document statuses in SAP.
  Document Management Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with your organization's document management policies to understand when and why documents are marked for deletion.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP's official documentation or support notes for any specific guidance related to this error message or similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as there may be underlying issues specific to your SAP environment.