How To Fix SS208 - Object deletion indicator set

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 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 object.
  For example, in the case of a material, you would go to MM02 (Change Material) and uncheck the deletion indicator in the relevant views.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the deletion indicator, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or someone with the appropriate access rights to make the change.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes:
  
  Ensure that the deletion of the object is in line with your organization's business processes. Sometimes, objects are marked for deletion as part of a data cleanup process, and you should confirm that it is appropriate to reactivate them.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  If the object is linked to other data (like transactions or documents), ensure that there are no dependencies that would prevent the removal of the deletion indicator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material
  MM02: Change Material
  XD03: Display Customer
  XD02: Change Customer
  XK03: Display Vendor
  XK02: Change Vendor
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to modify the object in question.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling deletion indicators and the implications of reactivating objects.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SS208 error and proceed with your intended actions in the SAP system.