How To Fix WW082 - The reference material you have entered (&) is flagged for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WW - Material group master maintenance

• Message number: 082

• Message text: The reference material you have entered (&) is flagged for deletion

What causes this issue?

Reference materials flagged for deletion cannot be assigned.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a reference material that is not flagged for deletion.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WW082 - The reference material you have entered (&) is flagged for deletion ?

  The SAP error message WW082 indicates that the reference material you are trying to use has been flagged for deletion. This typically means that the material is no longer active in the system and cannot be used in transactions or processes.
  Cause:
  
  Flagged for Deletion: The material has been marked as "flagged for deletion" in the material master data. This is often done when a material is no longer needed or is being phased out.
  Data Integrity: The system prevents the use of materials that are flagged for deletion to maintain data integrity and avoid errors in inventory management, purchasing, or production processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Status: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and check the status of the material. Look for the deletion flag in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Purchasing, or Sales).
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If the material is still needed, you can remove the deletion flag. This can be done using transaction code MM02:
  
  Enter the material number.
  Select the relevant views.
  Navigate to the "General Plant Data/Storage" view (or the relevant view where the deletion flag is set).
  Uncheck the "Flag for Deletion" checkbox.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders: If you are unsure whether the material should be reactivated, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., inventory management, purchasing, or production teams) to confirm the material's status.
  
  
  Create a New Material: If the material is indeed obsolete and should not be used, consider creating a new material if needed for future transactions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  
  
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the different views in the material master, as the deletion flag can be set in various contexts (e.g., purchasing, sales, accounting).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or internal guidelines regarding material management and the implications of deletion flags.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WW082 error and manage your material master data effectively.