How To Fix RE291 - Vendor account &1 &2 has been marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Vendor account &1 &2 has been marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE291 - Vendor account &1 &2 has been marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message RE291 indicates that a vendor account has been marked for deletion. This typically means that the vendor is no longer active in the system and cannot be used for transactions. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Marked for Deletion: The vendor account has been flagged as "marked for deletion" in the vendor master data. This is often done when a vendor is no longer used or has been replaced.
  Data Maintenance: During data maintenance, a user may have inadvertently marked the vendor for deletion.
  Business Process Changes: Changes in business processes or vendor relationships may lead to vendors being marked for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unmark the Vendor for Deletion:
  
  Navigate to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK02 for general vendor data).
  Enter the vendor account number and the company code.
  In the vendor master data screen, check the "Status" or "Deletion" indicator.
  Uncheck the "Marked for Deletion" checkbox.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify vendor master data. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Review Business Processes: If the vendor was marked for deletion due to a business decision, ensure that this decision is still valid. If the vendor is needed again, follow the appropriate process to unmark it.
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments: If you are unsure why the vendor was marked for deletion, consult with the procurement or finance departments to understand the context.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to vendor master data include:
  
  XK01: Create Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  XK03: Display Vendor
  
  
  Vendor Master Data: Understanding how vendor master data is structured and maintained in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing vendor data.
  
  Additional Considerations:
  
  Audit Trail: Check if there is an audit trail or change log that indicates who marked the vendor for deletion and why.
  Impact on Transactions: Be aware that unmarking a vendor for deletion may have implications for ongoing transactions or contracts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RE291 error and restore the vendor account for use in your SAP system.