How To Fix 88491 - Article can not be deleted in REA for base unit of measure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 491

• Message text: Article can not be deleted in REA for base unit of measure &

What causes this issue?

The derivation type for units of the article requires conversion via
the base unit, in other words, the base unit must be defined in
REA article management.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Change the derivation type to '1' (all units of measure are
independent)
or delete all other units of measure for the article in REA article
management.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88491 - Article can not be deleted in REA for base unit of measure & ?

  The SAP error message 88491, which states "Article cannot be deleted in REA for base unit of measure &," typically occurs in the context of managing articles (or materials) in the Retail Execution Application (REA) module of SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue preventing the deletion of an article due to its base unit of measure.
  Cause:
  
  Active Transactions: The article may be involved in active transactions or processes, such as sales orders, stock movements, or inventory management, which prevent its deletion.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects (like pricing, promotions, or stock levels) that need to be resolved before the article can be deleted.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the article or its base unit of measure may not allow for deletion.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules, and if the article is part of a larger dataset that is still in use, it cannot be deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Transactions: Review any active transactions involving the article. If there are open sales orders or stock movements, you may need to complete or cancel those transactions first.
  Remove Dependencies: Identify and remove any dependencies related to the article. This may include unlinking it from pricing conditions, promotions, or other related objects.
  Change Article Status: If applicable, change the status of the article to inactive instead of deleting it. This can sometimes be a workaround if deletion is not possible.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the REA module for specific guidelines on deleting articles.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like MM02 for changing material data) to check the article's status and dependencies.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error message 88491 for specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) to manage articles effectively.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete articles in the REA module, as restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.