How To Fix VL406 - Material & is marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Material & is marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL406 - Material & is marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message VL406 indicates that the material you are trying to process is marked for deletion. This typically occurs when a material has been flagged in the system to indicate that it should no longer be used in transactions, such as sales orders, deliveries, or inventory management.
  Cause:
  
  Material Marked for Deletion: The material has been marked for deletion in the material master record. This is often done when a material is no longer needed or is being phased out.
  Deletion Flag: The deletion flag can be set in the material master data, which prevents any further transactions involving that material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VL406 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Material Status:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Enter the material number and check the status in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing).
  Look for the deletion flag in the "General Data" or "Sales" views.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If you determine that the material should not be marked for deletion, you can remove the deletion flag.
  Use transaction code MM02 to change the material master record.
  Navigate to the relevant views and uncheck the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders:
  
  If you are unsure whether to remove the deletion flag, consult with your inventory management or procurement team to confirm the status of the material.
  
  
  
  Alternative Actions:
  
  If the material is indeed obsolete and should not be used, consider creating a new material or using an alternative material for your transactions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how to manage material master data is crucial for effective inventory and procurement processes in SAP.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change material master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for managing materials and handling deletion flags.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VL406 error and continue with your transactions in SAP.