How To Fix /PLMI/ECN_BO045 - Deletion flag set for change master &1 and its related change packages

/PLMI/ECN_BO045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECN_BO -

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Deletion flag set for change master &1 and its related change packages

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO045 - Deletion flag set for change master &1 and its related change packages ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO045 indicates that a deletion flag has been set for a change master record and its related change packages. This typically occurs in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM) within SAP, where changes to materials, BOMs (Bill of Materials), or other objects are managed.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to perform an operation (like displaying, editing, or processing) on a change master record that has been marked for deletion. This means that the change master and its associated change packages are no longer active and cannot be processed further.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Change Master Record:
  
  Use transaction code CC03 (Display Change Master) to view the details of the change master record. Confirm that it indeed has a deletion flag set.
  
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Flag:
  
  If you need to reactivate the change master, you can remove the deletion flag. This typically