How To Fix EPM_WCF008 - Product &1 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPM_WCF - Messages for EPM demo application

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Product &1 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPM_WCF008 - Product &1 deleted ?

  The SAP error message EPM_WCF008 indicates that a product has been deleted in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) or when working with the SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) module.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when an operation is attempted on a product that has been marked as deleted in the system. This could happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Data Maintenance: The product was intentionally deleted during data maintenance activities.
  Data Migration: During data migration or system upgrades, certain products may have been removed.
  User Error: A user may have mistakenly deleted the product without realizing it would affect ongoing processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Product Status: Verify the status of the product in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant product master data transaction (e.g., MM03 for material master) and checking if the product is indeed marked as deleted.
  
  
  Restore the Product: If the product was deleted unintentionally, you may need to restore it. This can often be done by:
  
  Recreating the product in the system if it was deleted.
  If the deletion was part of a data migration process, ensure that the product is included in the migration data.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Check if there are any dependencies or transactions that are affected by the deletion of the product. This may include sales orders, purchase orders, or inventory records.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on handling deleted products in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), and others that may help you manage product data.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify product data in the system.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the deletion.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the EPM_WCF008 error and restore functionality related to the affected product.