How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_CUST054 - Product type &1 already being used; deactivation therefore not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_CUST - General Customizing Messages for Product Master

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Product type &1 already being used; deactivation therefore not possible

What causes this issue?

You would like to deactivate a product type in the system. However,
product master records already exist for this product type and it can
therefore not be deactivated.

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?

Remove the indicator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_CUST054 - Product type &1 already being used; deactivation therefore not possible ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_CUST054 indicates that a product type (identified by &1) is currently in use, which prevents its deactivation. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where product types are defined and managed.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to deactivate a product type that is still associated with existing products, transactions, or configurations in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Active Products: There are products that are still active and linked to the product type you are trying to deactivate.
  Dependencies: Other objects or processes in the system may depend on the product type, making it impossible to deactivate without first addressing those dependencies.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings or business rules may prevent the deactivation of product types that are in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Active Products:
  
  Use transaction codes like COM_PRODUCT or COM_PRODUCT_TYPE to list all products associated with the product type in question.
  Check for any active products that are still using the product type.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Change Products:
  
  If there are active products, you will need to either deactivate them or change their product type to another valid type before you can deactivate the original product type.
  Ensure that all transactions or processes that reference the product type are completed or adjusted.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependencies or links to other objects (like BOMs, routings, etc.) that might be preventing the deactivation.
  You may need to remove or adjust these dependencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to product types and their management for any specific guidelines or restrictions.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and usage of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as COM_PRODUCT, COM_PRODUCT_TYPE, and others that may help you navigate product management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional context or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to product types and associated products.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.