How To Fix SS208 - Object deletion indicator set

SS208 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Object deletion indicator set

What causes this issue?

The deletion indicator has been set for this object. The object still
exists in the system, but you can no longer work on it.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SS208 - Object deletion indicator set ?

  The SAP error message SS208, which states "Object deletion indicator set," typically occurs when you attempt to delete or modify an object that has been marked for deletion in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with master data (like materials, customers, or vendors) or transactional data.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the object you are trying to work with has been flagged with a deletion indicator. This means that the object is considered inactive or obsolete, and the system prevents any further modifications or deletions to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SS208 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Deletion Indicator:
  
  Identify the object that is causing the error (e.g., material, customer, vendor).
  Use the appropriate transaction code (like MM03 for materials, XD03 for customers, or XK03 for vendors) to view the details of the object.
  Check if the deletion indicator is set.
  
  
  
  Remove the