How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_UNIT018 - Sales unit &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: 018

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_UNIT018 - Sales unit &1 of product &2 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_UNIT018 indicates that the sales unit of a product cannot be deleted. This typically occurs when there are dependencies or references to the sales unit that prevent its deletion. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Existing Transactions: The sales unit is being used in existing sales orders, purchase orders, or other transactions.
  Master Data Dependencies: The sales unit may be linked to other master data, such as pricing conditions, inventory management, or sales documents.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may prevent the deletion of sales units that are still in use.
  Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the sales unit.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Review any existing sales orders, purchase orders, or other documents that reference the sales unit. You may need to delete or change these documents before you can delete the sales unit.
  Use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check for references.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check if the sales unit is linked to any pricing conditions or other master data. You can use transaction VK13 (Display Condition) to see if there are any pricing conditions associated with the sales unit.
  
  
  
  Change Configuration:
  
  If the sales unit is part of a configuration that prevents deletion, you may need to adjust the configuration settings. Consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to the relevant configuration documentation.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to delete the sales unit has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code:
  
  If you are sure that the sales unit is not in use, you can try to delete it using transaction COMMODITY or MM02 (Change Material) to see if it allows you to remove the sales unit.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on product master data and sales units.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.