How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL013 - Deletion flag set for product &1 at location &2 (total quantity: &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Deletion flag set for product &1 at location &2 (total quantity: &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL013 - Deletion flag set for product &1 at location &2 (total quantity: &3) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL013 indicates that a deletion flag has been set for a specific product at a particular location, and it provides the total quantity associated with that product at that location. This message typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules when there is an attempt to perform an operation (like planning, forecasting, or executing a transaction) on a product that has been marked for deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag Set: The primary cause of this error is that the product in question has been flagged for deletion in the system. This means that the product is no longer considered active for planning or other operations.
  Data Integrity Issues: Sometimes, the deletion flag may be set unintentionally due to data migration, incorrect data entry, or system updates.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that automatically set deletion flags under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deletion Flag: Verify the status of the product at the specified location. You can do this by navigating to the product master data in the SAP system and checking if the deletion flag is indeed set.
  Remove Deletion Flag: If the product should not be deleted, you can remove the deletion flag. This can typically be done in the product master data maintenance transaction (e.g., using transaction /SAPAPO/MAT1 for product master).
  Review Planning Parameters: Ensure that the planning parameters and settings are correctly configured to avoid unintentional deletion flags.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines regarding product lifecycle management in your organization to understand the implications of setting or removing deletion flags.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to ensure that there are no other related issues in the system that could be causing this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MAT1 for product master maintenance, /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book views, and others that may be relevant to your specific scenario.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify product master data and remove deletion flags.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the deletion flag was set.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the implications of removing the deletion flag, consider consulting with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that the product can be used in planning and other operations as needed.