How To Fix BM006 - Entry cannot be deleted while in use

BM006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BM - Development class BZME - units of measure

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Entry cannot be deleted while in use

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete an entry that is being used in a data record.

System Response

The entry was not deleted.

How to fix this error?

You can locate this data record using the matchcode record &V1& &V2&
&V3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BM006 - Entry cannot be deleted while in use ?

  The SAP error message BM006 ("Entry cannot be deleted while in use") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a master data record or an entry that is currently being referenced or utilized by other transactions or processes in the system. This is a common issue in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with master data such as materials, vendors, or customers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The entry you are trying to delete is being referenced in other documents or transactions. For example, if you are trying to delete a material master record, it may be linked to purchase orders, sales orders, or inventory records.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions that are using the entry, such as open purchase orders or sales orders.
  Data Locking: The entry might be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Dependencies: The entry may have dependencies that need to be resolved before deletion can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check References: Before attempting