How To Fix W4243 - Note: Input data deleted

W4243 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 243

• Message text: Note: Input data deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W4243 - Note: Input data deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message W4243 - Note: Input data deleted:
  
  SAP Message W4243: Note: Input data deleted
  
  
  Cause:
  The message W4243 is a warning message (note the "W" prefix) indicating that some input data you entered has been deleted or removed during processing. This usually happens in scenarios where:
  
  The system detects inconsistent or redundant data entries.
  Certain input fields or data segments are automatically cleared by the system due to validation rules or business logic.
  Data entered is overwritten or deleted because it conflicts with existing master data or transactional data.
  During data upload or batch input sessions, some records or fields are discarded because they do not meet the required criteria or are duplicates.
  
  In short, the system is informing you that some of the data you input will not be saved or processed because it was deleted or removed.
  
  Typical Scenarios:
  
  Data entry in transaction codes like VA01/VA02 (Sales Order), ME21N/ME22N