How To Fix XC155 - Purchase Requisition with Deletion Indicator Cannot Be Changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XC - Message Class for Core Interface

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Purchase Requisition with Deletion Indicator Cannot Be Changed

What causes this issue?

The purchase requisition &V1& item &V2& (plant: &V3& / material: &V4&)
was changed in SAP APO. In the ERP system, this purchase requisition
has, however, already been deleted (purchase requisition with deletion
indicator).

System Response

The system has not changed the purchase requisition in the ERP system.

How to fix this error?

Use the C
remove the data inconsistency between SAP APO (existing purchase
requisition) and the ERP system (deleted purchase requisition).

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XC155 - Purchase Requisition with Deletion Indicator Cannot Be Changed ?

  The SAP error message XC155, which states "Purchase Requisition with Deletion Indicator Cannot Be Changed," typically occurs when you attempt to modify a purchase requisition that has been marked for deletion. This means that the requisition is flagged in the system to indicate that it should not be processed further.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Indicator Set: The purchase requisition has a deletion indicator set, which means it is marked for deletion and cannot be modified or processed.
  Status of the Requisition: The requisition may be in a status that does not allow changes, especially if it has already been processed or is linked to other documents (like purchase orders).
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the requisition, especially if it is in a restricted status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deletion Indicator: Verify if the deletion indicator is set on the purchase requisition. You can do this by displaying the requisition in the system and checking the relevant fields.
  Remove Deletion Indicator: If you have the necessary permissions and the requisition is not yet fully processed, you can remove the deletion indicator. This can typically be done in the purchase requisition display (transaction ME53N) or change (transaction ME52N) screens.
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the deletion indicator, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for managing purchase requisitions in your organization.
  Create a New Requisition: If the requisition is no longer needed and cannot be modified, consider creating a new purchase requisition instead of trying to change the existing one.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME53N: Display Purchase Requisition
  ME52N: Change Purchase Requisition
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to modify purchase requisitions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing purchase requisitions and handling deletion indicators.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the XC155 error message effectively.