How To Fix 61318 - Component &1 cannot be deleted

61318 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 318

• Message text: Component &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The component &v1& cannot be deleted. This situation occurs when the
component to be deleted is a follow-up item or a dependent item that is
to be discontinued and this item is to be deleted independent of the
main item in group of parts to be discontinued. This function is not
supported.

How to fix this error?

Only the complete discontinuation group, that is, the discontinued part
including dependent items to be discontinued and follow-up items can be
deleted.

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61318 - Details

• The SAP error message 61318, which states "Component &1 cannot be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a component from a structure (like a bill of materials, routing, or similar) that is still being referenced or is in use in the system. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active References: The component you are trying to delete is still being referenced in other documents or transactions (e.g., production orders, purchase orders, etc.).
  Status of the Component: The component may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it might be marked as "in use" or "locked").
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other components or structures that prevent deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the component.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check References: Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display Material BOM) or CO03 (Display Production Order) to check if the component