How To Fix DFS_FMPO_COMMON027 - FMPO can only be deleted when all its variants have "Deactivated" status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_FMPO_COMMON - Message class for Flexible Material Planning Object

• Message number: 027

• Message text: FMPO can only be deleted when all its variants have "Deactivated" status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_FMPO_COMMON027 - FMPO can only be deleted when all its variants have "Deactivated" status ?

  The SAP error message DFS_FMPO_COMMON027 indicates that a Financial Management Process Object (FMPO) cannot be deleted because it has associated variants that are not in a "Deactivated" status. This is a common issue when trying to manage FMPOs in SAP, particularly in the context of financial processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because SAP enforces a rule that prevents the deletion of an FMPO if any of its variants are still active. Variants are specific configurations or settings that can be applied to the FMPO, and they must be deactivated before the FMPO itself can be deleted.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Variants: Determine which variants are associated with the FMPO you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the FMPO in the SAP system and checking its associated variants.
  
  
  Deactivate Variants: For each active variant, you need to deactivate it. This can typically be done through the following steps:
  
  Go to the transaction or application where the variants are managed (e.g., transaction code FMPO or similar).
  Locate the active variants associated with the FMPO.
  Change the status of each variant to "Deactivated." This may involve selecting the variant and choosing an option to deactivate it.
  
  
  
  Delete FMPO: Once all associated variants are deactivated, you can proceed to delete the FMPO without encountering the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMPO (for managing FMPOs) and FMVAR (for managing variants) to navigate the system effectively.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed instructions on managing FMPOs and variants.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to deactivate variants and delete FMPOs, as restrictions may apply based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the FMPO. If you continue to experience issues, consider consulting with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.