How To Fix CC224 - Deletion not possible (object dependencies or assignments thereof exist)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Deletion not possible (object dependencies or assignments thereof exist)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC224 - Deletion not possible (object dependencies or assignments thereof exist) ?

  The SAP error message CC224, which states "Deletion not possible (object dependencies or assignments thereof exist)," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a master data object (like a material, BOM, or routing) that has dependencies or assignments linked to it. This means that the object you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other objects or processes in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Object Dependencies: The object you are trying to delete has dependencies, such as:
  
  Bill of Materials (BOM) linked to the material.
  Routing assignments that reference the material.
  Production orders or purchase orders that are still active and reference the object.
  
  
  
  Assignments: The object may be assigned to other objects, such as:
  
  Work centers.
  Production versions.
  Other master data that relies on the object.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CC224 error, you need to identify and remove the dependencies or assignments associated with the object you are trying to delete. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) or CA03 (Display Routing) to check if there are any BOMs or routings linked to the material.
  Use CO03 (Display Production Order) to see if there are any active production orders referencing the material.
  
  
  
  Remove or Change Assignments:
  
  If you find any dependencies, you will need to either delete or change them. For example, if there is a BOM, you may need to delete it using CS02 (Change BOM) or CS01 (Create BOM) to remove the link.
  If there are production orders, you may need to complete or delete them before you can delete the material.
  
  
  
  Check for Other References:
  
  Look for any other references in the system, such as purchase orders, sales orders, or inventory records that may be linked to the object.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to check the material's status and dependencies.
  Use CS15 (Where-Used List) to find where the material is used in BOMs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing BOMs, routings, and materials.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to error CC224.
  User Permissions: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to delete or modify the objects in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CC224 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.