How To Fix STGR036 - The plant that you selected was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STGR - Hold store grouping messages

• Message number: 036

• Message text: The plant that you selected was deleted

What causes this issue?

Deleted plants cannot be changed or copied.

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?

Select an active plant or reference plant and proceed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STGR036 - The plant that you selected was deleted ?

  The SAP error message STGR036 indicates that the plant you are trying to access or use has been deleted from the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or modify a material, production order, or other related transactions that require a valid plant.
  Cause:
  
  Plant Deletion: The most straightforward cause is that the plant has been marked as deleted in the system. This can happen due to organizational changes, data cleanup, or incorrect data entry.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, where the plant is referenced in transactions or records that no longer exist.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the plant, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Plant Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OX10 (or use the menu path: Logistics > General > Plant > Define Plant).
  Verify if the plant exists and check its status. If it is marked as deleted, you may need to restore it or create a new plant.
  
  
  
  Restore or Create Plant:
  
  If the plant was deleted by mistake, you may need to restore it. This typically requires administrative access.
  If restoration is not possible, you may need to create a new plant using transaction code OX10.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review any master data (like materials, BOMs, etc.) that reference the deleted plant. You may need to update these records to point to an active plant.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the plant. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP support team or IT department for further assistance. They may have access to logs or additional tools to diagnose the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX10 (Define Plant), MM01 (Create Material), and MM02 (Change Material) to manage plant and material data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to plant management and error STGR036.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on plant management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the STGR036 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.