How To Fix /PLMI/SP_RCP_MFE007 - Recipe &1 is marked for deletion and therefore locked against changes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/SP_RCP_MFE -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Recipe &1 is marked for deletion and therefore locked against changes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/SP_RCP_MFE007 - Recipe &1 is marked for deletion and therefore locked against changes ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/SP_RCP_MFE007 indicates that a recipe (identified by &1, which is a placeholder for the recipe name or ID) is marked for deletion and is therefore locked against any changes. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Recipe Management or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Marked for Deletion: The recipe has been flagged for deletion in the system. This means that it is no longer active and cannot be modified.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP has a locking mechanism to prevent changes to objects that are marked for deletion to ensure data integrity and prevent accidental modifications.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Deletion Status:
  
  Verify if the recipe is indeed marked for deletion. You can do this by checking the recipe status in the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like C201 for recipe management).
  
  
  
  Unmark for Deletion:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unmark the recipe for deletion. This typically involves:
  
  Navigating to the recipe in the relevant transaction.
  Changing the status from "Marked for Deletion" to "Active" or a similar status.
  Saving the changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the status, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or a user with the appropriate authorizations to assist you in unmarking the recipe.
  
  
  
  Review Change Management Procedures:
  
  Ensure that your organization’s change management procedures are followed. If a recipe is marked for deletion, it may be part of a planned process, and you should confirm that unmarking it aligns with business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for recipe management, such as C201 (Create Recipe), C202 (Change Recipe), and C203 (Display Recipe).
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to recipes in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific procedures related to recipe management and deletion processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and make the necessary changes to the recipe.