How To Fix W5077 - PO item & & has a deletion indicator (no changes possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W5 - Messages for MM-WEB Applications and BAPIs

• Message number: 077

• Message text: PO item & & has a deletion indicator (no changes possible)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W5077 - PO item & & has a deletion indicator (no changes possible) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message W5077:
  
  SAP Error Message: W5077
  Text:
  
  PO item & & has a deletion indicator (no changes possible)
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to make changes to a Purchase Order (PO) item that has been marked with a deletion indicator. In SAP, a deletion indicator on a PO item means that the item is flagged for deletion and is no longer active for processing or changes. The system prevents any modifications to such items to maintain data consistency and avoid processing errors.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The deletion indicator is typically set when a PO item is no longer needed or has been canceled.
  Once set, the system treats the item as logically deleted, although it remains in the database for historical or audit purposes.
  Attempting to change quantity, price, delivery dates, or other details on such an item triggers this warning.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Deletion Indicator:
  
  Go to the PO item in transaction ME22N (Change Purchase Order).
  Look for the deletion indicator flag on the item (usually a checkbox or a field labeled "Deletion Indicator").
  
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Indicator (if appropriate):
  
  If the deletion was set by mistake and you want to reactivate the item, you can remove the deletion indicator.
  Uncheck the deletion indicator and save the PO.
  After this, you should be able to make changes to the PO item.
  
  
  
  If the deletion indicator is correct:
  
  Do not attempt to change the item.
  Instead, create a new PO item or a new PO if changes are required.
  Alternatively, create a new PO referencing the original one if needed.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Sometimes, users may not have authorization to remove deletion indicators.
  Verify user roles and permissions if you cannot remove the deletion indicator.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME22N – Change Purchase Order
  ME23N – Display Purchase Order (read-only, no changes allowed)
  ME21N – Create Purchase Order
  
  
  
  Field Name:
  
  Deletion Indicator field in PO item (usually field name: LOEKZ)
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  Deletion indicators are used to logically delete items without physically removing them from the database.
  This helps in audit trails and historical reporting.
  Always confirm with your procurement or business process team before removing deletion indicators.
  
  
  
  SAP Help / Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes may provide additional guidance on handling deletion indicators in POs.
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance or a step-by-step guide on how to remove the deletion indicator, please let me know!