How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_UNIT017 - Base unit of measure &1 of product &2 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_UNIT - Messages on Units of Measure

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Base unit of measure &1 of product &2 cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_UNIT017 - Base unit of measure &1 of product &2 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_UNIT017 indicates that the base unit of measure for a product cannot be deleted. This typically occurs when there are dependencies or references to the base unit of measure in various transactions or configurations within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The base unit of measure is being used in existing transactions, such as purchase orders, sales orders, or inventory records.
  Configuration Settings: The product may be linked to other configuration settings that require the base unit of measure to remain intact.
  Master Data: The product master data may have been set up in a way that prevents the deletion of the base unit of measure.
  Active Transactions: There may be active transactions that reference the product with the specified base unit of measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the base unit of measure, check for any existing transactions that reference it. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing purchase orders, sales orders, and inventory records.
  Using transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to find references.
  
  
  
  Change or Delete Transactions: If you find any transactions that reference the base unit of measure, you may need to change or delete those transactions before you can delete the base unit of measure.
  
  
  Review Product Master Data: Go to the product master data (transaction code MM03 for material master) and check if there are any settings or configurations that prevent the deletion of the base unit of measure.
  
  
  Use Alternative Units of Measure: If the base unit of measure is no longer needed, consider changing the product's unit of measure to an alternative that is not in use.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your version of SAP and the product in question.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the product master data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user role has the necessary permissions to modify product data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.