How To Fix VHU01067 - &1 &2 already exists, but is marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHU01 - Message ID for Master Data Maintenance Packing Objects

• Message number: 067

• Message text: &1 &2 already exists, but is marked for deletion

What causes this issue?

You want to create an object with an ID that is still occupied by an
object that is marked for deletion.

System Response

The ID cannot be used again until the object is actually deleted from
the system.

How to fix this error?

Delete the object from the system or use another ID.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHU01067 - &1 &2 already exists, but is marked for deletion ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VHU01067:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VHU01067 &1 &2 already exists, but is marked for deletion
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to create or use an object (such as a vehicle, equipment, or master record) identified by the placeholders &1 and &2 (these are typically replaced by actual object identifiers like vehicle number, equipment number, or similar) that already exists in the system but is currently flagged as marked for deletion.
  In SAP, when an object is marked for deletion, it is not immediately removed from the database but flagged so that it can be deleted later (usually during a batch job or cleanup process). Until the deletion is completed, the object still exists in the system, and attempts to create a new object with the same key will trigger this error.
  
  Typical Scenarios:
  
  Trying to create a vehicle or equipment master record with an ID that was previously used but is now marked for deletion.
  Attempting to reuse a number range or identifier that is still reserved by a deleted-but-not-yet-removed object.
  Data inconsistencies where the deletion flag was set but the object was not fully removed.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Check the Object Status:
  
  Use transaction codes like IE03 (Display Equipment), IQ03 (Display Material Serial Number), or IV03 (Display Vehicle) depending on the object type.
  Verify if the object with the given ID exists and is marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Unmark the Deletion Flag (if appropriate):
  
  If the object was marked for deletion by mistake or you want to reactivate it, you can remove the deletion flag.
  This is usually done via the change transaction (e.g., IE02, IV02) by clearing the deletion indicator.
  Note: This should be done only if the object is still valid and needed.
  
  
  
  Complete the Deletion Process:
  
  If the object is no longer needed, ensure that the deletion process is completed.
  Run the relevant batch job or report that physically deletes the flagged objects.
  For vehicles, this might be a specific vehicle deletion program; for equipment, it might be a cleanup job.
  After the object is fully deleted, you can reuse the identifier.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Identifier:
  
  If you cannot or do not want to unmark the deletion, and the object is still flagged for deletion, use a different unique identifier for the new object.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code or Enhancements:
  
  Sometimes custom developments or user exits might interfere with deletion flags or object creation.
  Review any custom logic that might affect the deletion or creation process.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IV03 - Display Vehicle
  IV02 - Change Vehicle
  IE03 - Display Equipment
  IE02 - Change Equipment
  IQ03 - Display Material Serial Number
  
  
  
  Reports / Programs:
  
  Vehicle deletion programs (e.g., RVHUDEL1 or similar, depending on system version)
  Equipment deletion batch jobs
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to vehicle or equipment deletion for your SAP version.
  Sometimes SAP releases patches or corrections related to deletion flags.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that no open transactions or dependencies exist on the object marked for deletion.
  Sometimes deletion is blocked due to open orders, maintenance plans, or other references.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Object with ID &1 &2 exists but is flagged for deletion, preventing creation of a new one.
  
  
  Solution
  Unmark deletion flag if object is needed, complete deletion process if not, or use new ID.
  
  
  Related Info
  Use display/change transactions to check status; run deletion batch jobs; check dependencies.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact object type or transaction you are working with, I can give more tailored instructions.
  
  Let me know if you need help with specific steps or transaction codes!