/CFG/DB015 - Scope Item &1 is already marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/DB -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Scope Item &1 is already marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/DB015 - Scope Item &1 is already marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/DB015 Scope Item &1 is already marked for deletion typically occurs in the context of SAP S/4HANA Cloud or SAP Business Technology Platform when dealing with configuration or scope items in the system. This error indicates that the specified scope item (denoted by &1) has been flagged for deletion, which means it cannot be modified or activated until the deletion status is resolved.
  Cause:
  
  Marked for Deletion: The scope item has been intentionally marked for deletion, either by a user or through a system process.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings or scope management might have led to this status.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be underlying data integrity issues that have caused the system to mark the item for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Deletion Status: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in your SAP system where scope items are managed.
  Look for the specific scope item that is causing the error and check its status.
  
  
  
  Unmark for Deletion:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unmark the scope item for deletion. This usually involves changing the status of the item back to active or available.
  Follow the appropriate steps in the configuration interface to change the status.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to scope item management to understand the implications of marking items for deletion and how to manage them.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue on your own, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP's customer support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more insight into why the scope item was marked for deletion.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify configuration settings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.