How To Fix CF189 - Deletion is not allowed - production resource/tool is being used.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CF - PRT management messages

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Deletion is not allowed - production resource/tool is being used.

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a <GL:production_resource/tool>production
resource/tool</>. However, the production resource/tool is used in at
least one <GL:standard_task_list>task list</> or <GL:work_order>work
order</>. Therefore, it cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

You can set the deletion flag for the production resource/tool. As a
result, the production resource/tool cannot be reassigned to task lists
or work orders.
You can see where the production resource/tool is used by means of a
where-used list. The log of the where-used list displays the task lists
planned to be reorganized.
In the next reorganization run, the production resource/tool is deleted
if it is no longer used in a task list or work order.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CF189 - Deletion is not allowed - production resource/tool is being used. ?

  The SAP error message CF189, "Deletion is not allowed - production resource/tool is being used," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a production resource or tool (PRT) that is currently in use in a production order or another related process. This is a safeguard to prevent disruptions in production activities.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The PRT is currently assigned to one or more production orders, maintenance orders, or other processes.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects in the system that prevent deletion.
  Status of the PRT: The PRT may be in a status that does not allow for deletion (e.g., it might be locked or in use).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage: Identify where the PRT is being used. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the PRT in the SAP system and checking its assignments.
  Using transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) to see if the PRT is linked to any active production orders.
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments: If the PRT is assigned to a production order, you will need to:
  
  Unassign the PRT from the production order or any other object it is linked to.
  This may involve changing the production order status or completing the order if it is still open.
  
  
  
  Change Status: If the PRT is in a status that prevents deletion, you may need to change its status to allow for deletion.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines within your organization regarding the management of PRTs.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CR02 (Change PRT)
  CR03 (Display PRT)
  CO03 (Display Production Order)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete PRTs in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.