How To Fix RSDMDM004 - Key &1 is already marked for deletion. Save it first.

RSDMDM004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMDM - RSDMDM

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Key &1 is already marked for deletion. Save it first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMDM004 - Key &1 is already marked for deletion. Save it first. ?

  The SAP error message RSDMDM004 indicates that a key (usually a characteristic or a master data object) is marked for deletion in the system. This means that the object is flagged to be removed, but it cannot be processed further until the deletion is finalized or the flag is removed.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs in the context of master data management, particularly when you are trying to perform an operation (like saving changes or creating a new entry) on a master data object that is already marked for deletion. This can happen due to:
  
  User Action: A user may have marked the object for deletion but did not complete the deletion process.
  System Process: A background job or process may have marked the object for deletion.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the object being flagged incorrectly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Object