How To Fix CMX_CR006 - Action not possible; control recipe &1 is in process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMX_CR - Manufacturing Execution: Control Recipe

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Action not possible; control recipe &1 is in process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMX_CR006 - Action not possible; control recipe &1 is in process ?

  The SAP error message CMX_CR006 indicates that an action cannot be performed on a control recipe because it is currently in process. This typically occurs in the context of production or process management within SAP, particularly in the SAP Process Industries (PP-PI) module.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an action (such as changing, deleting, or releasing a control recipe) while the control recipe is still active or in a processing state. This means that the control recipe is being used in an ongoing production process, and SAP prevents modifications to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Control Recipe:
  
  Use transaction codes like C223 (Display Control Recipe) or C220 (Change Control Recipe) to check the status of the control recipe. Ensure that it is not in a state that prevents the action you want to perform.
  
  
  
  Complete or Cancel