How To Fix SS204 - Object deletion indicator set: Display only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SS - Integration IMG - function model - SAP analyzer

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Object deletion indicator set: Display only

What causes this issue?

The object has the deletion indicator set and can no longer be changed.

System Response

The object data can only be displayed.

How to fix this error?

If you want work on the object, reset the deletion indicator.
Otherwise, enter an object that does not have its deletion indicator
set.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SS204 - Object deletion indicator set: Display only ?

  The SAP error message SS204 "Object deletion indicator set: Display only" typically occurs when you are trying to modify or delete an object (such as a material, customer, vendor, etc.) that has been marked for deletion in the system. This means that the object is no longer active and can only be viewed, not modified or deleted.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the object you are trying to work with has a deletion indicator set. In SAP, a deletion indicator is a flag that marks an object as inactive or obsolete. This is often used for data management purposes, to prevent further transactions on that object.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Deletion Indicator: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction for the object (e.g., MM02 for materials, XD02 for customers).
  Check if the deletion indicator is set. This is usually found in the basic data or general data sections.
  
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Indicator:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion indicator. This is typically done in the same transaction where you checked the indicator.
  For example, in the case of a material, you would go to MM02, select the relevant views, and uncheck the deletion indicator.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the deletion indicator, you will need to contact your SAP administrator or the person responsible for data management in your organization. They can assist you in removing the deletion indicator if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes:
  
  Ensure that the deletion of the object is in line with your business processes. Sometimes, objects are marked for deletion as part of a data cleanup process, and it may not be appropriate to reactivate them.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes for the objects you are working with (e.g., MM02 for materials, XD02 for customers).
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the objects in question.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling deletion indicators and object management.
  Data Integrity: Be cautious when removing deletion indicators, as it may affect data integrity and reporting within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the SS204 error and manage the object appropriately within SAP.