What is deletion indicator in SAP BC-DWB - ABAP Workbench, Java IDE and Infrastructure?

SAP Term: deletion indicator

• Component: BC-DWB

• Component Name: ABAP Workbench, Java IDE and Infrastructure

• Description: Indicator that flags a data record for physical deletion from the database. Records flagged in this way are preserved until a general deletion is performed on the database. Objects with the deletion indicator can be locked for editing.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Deletion indicator is a feature in SAP that allows users to mark records as deleted without actually deleting them from the database. This is useful for keeping track of deleted records and ensuring data integrity. The deletion indicator is set to "X" when a record is marked as deleted. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use the deletion indicator, users must first enable it in the system settings. Once enabled, users can mark records as deleted by setting the deletion indicator to "X". This can be done manually or through an automated process. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using the deletion indicator, it is important to remember that the record is not actually deleted from the database. This means that the record can still be accessed and restored if needed. It is also important to note that the deletion indicator can only be used on certain types of records, such as customer master data or material master data. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The deletion indicator is part of the BC-DWB ABAP Workbench, Java IDE and Infrastructure component of SAP. It is also related to other features such as archiving and data retention policies. For more information on these topics, please refer to SAP's official documentation.