How To Fix 29601 - BOMs exist for usage & -> cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 29 - Bills of Material

• Message number: 601

• Message text: BOMs exist for usage & -> cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 29601 - BOMs exist for usage & -> cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message 29601, which states "BOMs exist for usage & -> cannot be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a Bill of Materials (BOM) that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. This error indicates that the BOM you are trying to delete is associated with a specific usage, and therefore, cannot be removed until those associations are resolved.
  Cause:
  
  Existing BOMs: The BOM you are trying to delete is still linked to one or more usages in the system.
  Dependencies: There may be production orders, material requirements, or other objects that reference the BOM.
  Usage Types: BOMs can be created for different usages (e.g., production, engineering, etc.), and if there are active usages, the BOM cannot be deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Usages:
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check the existing BOMs for the specific usage. Make sure to note which usages are still active.
  
  
  
  Delete or Change Usages:
  
  If you find that the BOM is still in use, you will need to either delete the dependent objects (like production orders) or change the usage of the BOM to a different one that is not in use.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction code CS02 (Change BOM) to modify the BOM or CS01 (Create BOM) to create a new BOM if necessary.
  If you need to delete a BOM, ensure that you are using the correct transaction code (CS02 for changing and CS03 for displaying).
  
  
  
  Check for Dependent Objects:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependent objects (like production orders, sales orders, etc.) that are still referencing the BOM. You may need to delete or modify these objects before you can delete the BOM.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific instructions related to your version of SAP and the configuration of your BOMs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOM Usage Types: Understand the different usage types for BOMs in SAP (e.g., production, engineering, etc.) and how they affect BOM management.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS12: Display BOMs for a material
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.