How To Fix WRF_APC122 - Material &1 is flagged for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC - Messages for Operational Assortment Planning and Control

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Material &1 is flagged for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC122 - Material &1 is flagged for deletion ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WRF_APC122: Material &1 is flagged for deletion:
  
  Error Message
  WRF_APC122: Material &1 is flagged for deletion
  
  &1 is a placeholder for the material number.
  
  
  Cause
  This error occurs because the material you are trying to use or reference in a transaction or process is flagged for deletion in the SAP system. When a material is flagged for deletion, it means that it is marked to be removed from the system and should not be used in any active business processes.
  The deletion flag can be set at different levels, such as:
  
  Client level
  Plant level
  Storage location level
  
  If the material is flagged for deletion at any relevant organizational level, SAP prevents further processing involving that material.
  
  When does this error typically occur?
  
  When trying to create or change documents (e.g., Purchase Orders, Production Orders, Sales Orders) involving the material.
  When running reports or transactions that require active material master data.
  During integration processes where the material master is referenced.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Deletion Flag:
  
  Go to transaction MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter the material number.
  Navigate to the Flag for deletion tab or check deletion indicators at the plant/storage location level.
  Alternatively, use transaction MM02 (Change Material) if you have authorization.
  
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Flag (if appropriate):
  
  If the material should still be used, remove the deletion flag.
  In MM02, go to the relevant organizational level (client, plant, storage location).
  Uncheck the deletion flag.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  If the material is to be deleted:
  
  Confirm that the material is no longer needed.
  Ensure that all related documents and processes are closed or archived.
  Proceed with the deletion process as per your organization's policy.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change material master data.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, the material cannot be unflagged if there are dependencies or if the deletion process is in progress.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or Master Data team if you encounter issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM02 – Change Material Master
  MM03 – Display Material Master
  MM06 – Flag Material for Deletion
  MM17 – Mass Maintenance of Material Master
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  MARA – General Material Data (field: LOEKZ indicates deletion flag at client level)
  MARC – Plant Data for Material (field: LOEKZ indicates deletion flag at plant level)
  MARD – Storage Location Data for Material (field: LOEKZ indicates deletion flag at storage location level)
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  Deletion flags do not immediately delete the material but mark it for deletion.
  Actual deletion happens during a background job or manual deletion process.
  Always verify with business users before removing or setting deletion flags.
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance or specific steps based on your SAP version or module, feel free to ask!