How To Fix WB2B061 - Physical deletion no longer possible. Deletion flag is set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Physical deletion no longer possible. Deletion flag is set

What causes this issue?

A follow-on document already exists for the trading contract.

System Response

Physical deletion of the item is not possible. Instead, a deletion flag
is set and the item is thereby canceled.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B061 - Physical deletion no longer possible. Deletion flag is set ?

  The SAP error message WB2B061 indicates that a physical deletion of a document or object is no longer possible because a deletion flag has been set. This typically occurs in the context of document management or data archiving within SAP systems, particularly in modules related to logistics or finance.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag Set: The primary cause of this error is that the object you are trying to delete has a deletion flag set. This flag indicates that the object is marked for deletion, but the system has restrictions on physically deleting it.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent accidental loss of important data. If a deletion flag is set, the system may prevent physical deletion to ensure that related data remains intact.
  Archiving Process: The object may be part of an archiving process where physical deletion is not allowed until certain conditions are met.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deletion Flag: Verify if the deletion flag is indeed set for the object in question. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction or table where the object is stored.
  Remove Deletion Flag: If appropriate, you can remove the deletion flag. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction (e.g., using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to access the database table directly, or using specific transaction codes for the module you are working with).
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of removing the deletion flag.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or related objects that would prevent the deletion. Sometimes, other objects may reference the one you are trying to delete.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unsure about the implications of removing the deletion flag or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing deletion flags, such as SARA for archiving or SCDO for data object management.
  Data Archiving: Understand the data archiving process in SAP, as it may provide insights into how deletion flags are managed and the lifecycle of data within the system.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify deletion flags or perform deletions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the WB2B061 error and understand the context in which it occurs.