How To Fix CO274 - The last active operation cannot be deleted

CO274 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 274

• Message text: The last active operation cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete the last acitive (i.e. not deleted) operation.
This is not permitted, since every production order must contain at
least one active operation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO274 - The last active operation cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CO274, which states "The last active operation cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of production orders or routing operations within the SAP system. This error indicates that the user is attempting to delete the last active operation in a routing or production order, which is not allowed by the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Last Active Operation: The error arises when the user tries to delete the last operation in a routing or production order. SAP requires at least one operation to remain active for the order to be valid.
  Order Status: The production order may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as "TECO" (Technically Completed) or "CLOSE".
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects (like material components or other operations) that prevent the deletion of the last operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Operations: Ensure that there are other operations available in the routing or production order.