How To Fix VPD002 - Select another &1, &2 is marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VPD - Messages in SD Partner Processing

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Select another &1, &2 is marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VPD002 - Select another &1, &2 is marked for deletion ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VPD002 Select another &1, &2 is marked for deletion
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to use or select an object (such as a vendor, customer, material, or any master data record) that is marked for deletion in the system. The system prevents further processing or selection of this object because it is flagged to be deleted, either immediately or in a future cleanup run.
  
  &1 and &2 are placeholders for the object type and the object ID/name respectively.
  For example, if the message reads:
  
  Select another Vendor, 100123 is marked for deletion
  
  It means Vendor 100123 is flagged for deletion and cannot be used.
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  Trying to create a transaction or document referencing a master data record marked for deletion.
  Attempting to select a record in a dropdown or search help that is flagged for deletion.
  Data cleanup or archiving processes have marked the record for deletion but it still exists in the database.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Select a Different Object:
  
  The simplest solution is to select or use a different object that is not marked for deletion.
  
  
  Check Deletion Flag:  
  
  Go to the master data record (e.g., vendor, customer, material) and check if the deletion flag is set.
  For vendors/customers, this can be checked in transaction codes like XK03 (Display Vendor) or FD03 (Display Customer).
  For materials, use MM03.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag (if appropriate):  
  
  If the deletion flag was set by mistake and the object is still needed, you can remove the deletion flag.
  This usually requires appropriate authorization.
  For vendors/customers, use XK02 or FD02 to change the master data and remove the deletion flag.
  For materials, use MM02.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup / Archiving:  
  
  If the object is truly obsolete, consider completing the deletion process or archiving the data.
  Consult with your data governance or master data management team.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing / Program Logic:  
  
  Sometimes, custom validations or user exits might trigger this message.
  Review any custom code or enhancements if the message appears unexpectedly.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  Deletion Flag:
  
  SAP uses deletion flags to mark master data for deletion without immediately removing it from the database. This allows for controlled cleanup and prevents accidental data loss.
  
  
  Impact:
  
  Objects marked for deletion cannot be used in new transactions or documents, ensuring data consistency.
  
  
  Related Transactions:  
  
  Vendor Master: XK01 (Create), XK02 (Change), XK03 (Display)  
  Customer Master: FD01 (Create), FD02 (Change), FD03 (Display)  
  Material Master: MM01 (Create), MM02 (Change), MM03 (Display)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to deletion flags for your specific object type if you encounter issues removing the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact object type and context, I can help with more specific instructions.