How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE293 - The commodity code unit for product & may not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 293

• Message text: The commodity code unit for product & may not be deleted

What causes this issue?

The unit of measure is used as the unit for the commodity code and may
not therefore be deleted.

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?

If you want to delete the unit of measure nevertheless, change the unit
for the commodity code to another unit.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE293 - The commodity code unit for product & may not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE293 indicates that there is an issue with the commodity code unit for a specific product. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to delete a commodity code unit that is still in use or linked to other data in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The commodity code unit is currently being used in transactions, documents, or other master data, which prevents its deletion.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other objects (like materials, products, or transactions) that rely on the commodity code unit.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in SAP may restrict the deletion of commodity codes that are still active or in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Usage: Before attempting to delete the commodity code unit, check if it is being used in any active transactions or linked to other master data. You can do this by reviewing related documents or reports.
  Remove Dependencies: If the commodity code unit is linked to other data, you may need to remove those links or dependencies first. This could involve changing or deleting related records.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing commodity codes and their dependencies.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like SE11 for data dictionary, SE16 for table display) to investigate the database tables related to commodity codes and identify where the code is being used.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to commodity codes, such as:
  
  MM01: Create Material
  MM02: Change Material
  MM03: Display Material
  
  
  Master Data Management: Understanding how commodity codes fit into your overall master data management strategy can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.