How To Fix WU883 - Article & has been selected for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 883

• Message text: Article & has been selected for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU883 - Article & has been selected for deletion ?

  The SAP error message WU883 indicates that an article (or material) has been selected for deletion in the system. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management or materials management when an article is marked for deletion but still has dependencies or is being referenced in other transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag: The article has been flagged for deletion in the system, which means it is no longer intended to be used in transactions.
  Dependencies: There may be existing transactions, stock, or other references associated with the article that prevent it from being deleted.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to allow the deletion of the article due to certain settings or restrictions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deletion Flag: Verify if the deletion flag is set for the article. You can do this by checking the material master record in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Sales, Purchasing).
  Remove Deletion Flag: If the article should not be deleted, you can remove the deletion flag in the material master record. This can be done using transaction code MM02 (Change Material) and navigating to the appropriate view.
  Check for Dependencies: Investigate if there are any existing stock levels, open purchase orders, sales orders, or other transactions that reference the article. You may need to clear these dependencies before deletion.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or VA02 (Change Sales Order) to manage any existing transactions related to the article.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your organization's configuration and processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master: The material master record contains all the information related to a material, including its status regarding deletion.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing materials, such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the WU883 error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material records in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.