How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_ARCHIVE055 - Product &1 not deleted: PME interface not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_ARCHIVE - Messages for Archiving and Deletion of Products

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Product &1 not deleted: PME interface not active

What causes this issue?

Product &V1& has multiple-value attributes and the status 'To Be
Deleted'. To delete products with multiple-value attributes it is
imperative that the PME Server in Customizing is activated so that you
can access the multiple-value attribute information at program runtime
(using the PME Interface).
In this case the PME Server in Customizing is activated, but the PME
Interface is currently not available (No interface object could be
generated).

System Response

The deletion program leaves the product &V1& out and continues
processing the next product from the selection. Products without
multiple-value attributes are neither affected by the problem nor the
exclusion of the product &V1&.
The deletion program can be restarted. That means it can be resumed at
any time without leading to inconsistencies in the dataset. If the
product &V1& has been left out of the deletion because of PME Interface
reasons it is automatically reselected for deletion during the next
deletion run.

How to fix this error?

Check your PME Customizing and the availability of the PME Interface.
Once the PME Interface is available, plan the deletion program to run
again either immediately or periodically.
If you have any doubts contact SAP Support or create a message for the
problem.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_ARCHIVE055 - Product &1 not deleted: PME interface not active ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_ARCHIVE055 indicates that a product could not be deleted because the Product Master Data (PME) interface is not active. This error typically occurs when attempting to archive or delete a product in the SAP system, and it suggests that the necessary interface for managing product data is not enabled.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive PME Interface: The primary cause of this error is that the Product Master Data (PME) interface is not activated in the system. This interface is essential for managing product data and its lifecycle.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that have not been properly set up, leading to the PME interface being inactive.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the delete operation, which can also lead to similar error messages.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate PME Interface:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings for Product Master Data.
  Ensure that the PME interface is activated. This may involve enabling specific settings or features related to product management.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for product archiving and deletion.
  Ensure that all necessary components and interfaces are correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user attempting to delete the product has the necessary authorizations.
  Check the roles and permissions assigned to the user in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the PME interface and product management for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and SARA (Archive Administration) for managing product data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the PME interface and the specific error message for any known issues or fixes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on product management and archiving processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the product in question.