/ISDFPS/FORCER187 - Deletion flag can only be set in status active

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FORCER -

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Deletion flag can only be set in status active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCER187 - Deletion flag can only be set in status active ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCER187: Deletion flag can only be set in status active typically occurs in the context of the SAP IS-DFPS (Industry Solution for Defense Forces and Security) module. This error indicates that you are trying to set a deletion flag on a record that is not in the "active" status. 
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system restricts the ability to set a deletion flag on records that are not currently active. This is a safeguard to prevent accidental deletion of records that are in a different status (e.g., inactive, archived, etc.).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the record you are trying to modify is in the "active" status. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Record: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or report where you are trying to set the deletion flag.
  Check the status of the record in question. You can usually find this in the details or overview screen of the record.
  
  
  
  Change the Status to Active:
  
  If the record is not active, you may need to change its status back to active. This may involve using a specific transaction code or function within the SAP system that allows you to modify the status of the record.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status.
  
  
  
  Set the Deletion Flag:
  
  Once the record is confirmed to be in the active status, attempt to set the deletion flag again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about how to change the status or if the record should be active, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in the IS-DFPS module that pertain to the records you are working with.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to change record statuses and set deletion flags.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Testing: If you are working in a development or testing environment, ensure that you replicate the issue in a controlled manner to understand the implications of changing record statuses.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully set the deletion flag on the desired record.