How To Fix WPSOR008 - Task list &1: lock and deletion flag set for resulting work center &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WPSOR - Order Reallocation

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Task list &1: lock and deletion flag set for resulting work center &2

What causes this issue?

The system tried to create an order for main work center &V3& from task
list &V1&.The conversion table contains the resulting work center &V2&.
The work center is locked and the deletion flag is set.

System Response

The work center of the task list operation cannot be converted. The
order creation process was canceled .

How to fix this error?

Check the work center with transaction <LS>ir03</> and conversion rules
with transaction <LS>mebor</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WPSOR008 - Task list &1: lock and deletion flag set for resulting work center &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WPSOR008
  
  Text: Task list &1: lock and deletion flag set for resulting work center &2
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to use or process a task list (&1) that references a work center (&2) which is currently locked and has a deletion flag set. In SAP, a work center can be locked and flagged for deletion to prevent its further use, typically because it is obsolete or being replaced.
  When a task list references such a work center, the system prevents processing to avoid inconsistencies or errors in production planning or execution.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Task List (&1): The task list you are trying to use or modify.
  Work Center (&2): The work center assigned in the task list operations that is locked and flagged for deletion.
  
  The system enforces data integrity by not allowing task lists to be used if they depend on work centers that are no longer valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Work Center Status:
  
  Go to transaction CR03 (Display Work Center) or CR02 (Change Work Center).
  Enter the work center (&2) mentioned in the error.
  Verify if the work center is locked and flagged for deletion.
  
  
  
  Remove Lock and Deletion Flag (if appropriate):
  
  If the work center should still be in use, remove the deletion flag and unlock it.
  In CR02, uncheck the deletion flag and remove the lock.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Update Task List:
  
  If the work center is obsolete and should not be used, update the task list to reference a valid work center.
  Use transaction IA05 or IA06 to change the task list or create a new one with the correct work center.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Task List:
  
  If the task list itself is obsolete, consider deleting or archiving it.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Work Center Lock: Usually set to prevent changes or usage during maintenance or decommissioning.
  Deletion Flag: Marks the work center for deletion in future cleanup runs.
  Impact: Using a locked and deletion-flagged work center can cause errors in production orders, capacity planning, and costing.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WPSOR008: Task list &1 references work center &2 locked and flagged for deletion
  
  
  Cause
  Work center used in task list is locked and flagged for deletion
  
  
  Solution
  Remove lock and deletion flag if valid, or update task list to use a valid work center
  
  
  Transactions
  CR02 (Change Work Center), CR03 (Display Work Center), IA05/IA06 (Change Task List)
  
  
  
  
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