How To Fix 881032 - Packaging type is still used. Cannot delete.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Packaging type is still used. Cannot delete.

What causes this issue?

The selected <DS:DE.J_7LVPART>packaging type</> is still used in the
REA master data.

System Response

The packaging type cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

First delete the packaging type from the REA master data. To do this,
choose REA Information Systems -> Assignment -> Article to ->
<DS:TRAN.J7LIZAV2>Packaging (Recycling Partner Dependent)</> or
Packaging to -> <DS:TRAN.J7LIZVR>Recycling Partner</>.
You can also suppress the use of the packaging type by deactivating
it (WF or

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881032 - Packaging type is still used. Cannot delete. ?

  The SAP error message "881032 Packaging type is still used. Cannot delete." typically occurs when you attempt to delete a packaging type that is still being referenced in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with materials, packaging specifications, or logistics processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Active References: The packaging type you are trying to delete is still being used in one or more transactions or master data records. This could include:
  
  Material master records
  Packaging specifications
  Sales orders, purchase orders, or delivery documents
  Production orders or other logistics documents
  
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects in the system that prevent the deletion of the packaging type.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify References:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), ME2N (Purchase Orders by Material), or VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to check if the packaging type is still being used in any material or document.
  You can also use transaction SE16N to query the relevant database tables (e.g., MARA, MARC, MVER, etc.) to find any references to the packaging type.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If you find that the packaging type is being used in any material master or other documents, you will need to either:
  
  Change the material or document to use a different packaging type.
  Delete or archive the documents that reference the packaging type if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Ensure that there are no customizing settings or configurations that are still referencing the packaging type.
  
  
  
  Delete Packaging Type:
  
  Once all references have been removed, you can attempt to delete the packaging type again using the appropriate transaction (e.g., C202 for packaging types).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing materials and packaging types, such as:
  
  C202: Change Packaging Type
  C201: Create Packaging Type
  MM03: Display Material
  ME2N: Purchase Orders by Material
  VL03N: Display Outbound Delivery
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on packaging types and their management.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting a packaging type, consult with colleagues or your SAP support team to ensure that it will not disrupt any ongoing processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take the necessary actions to resolve it.