How To Fix EPROD073 - Utility product &1 has already been allocated to an active template

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPROD - Messages for IS-U Master Data Templates

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Utility product &1 has already been allocated to an active template

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPROD073 - Utility product &1 has already been allocated to an active template ?

  The SAP error message EPROD073 indicates that a utility product (such as a service or resource) is already allocated to an active template, which prevents you from allocating it to another template or making changes. This is a common issue in SAP systems, particularly in the context of managing utility products and templates in the SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to assign a utility product to a new template while it is still linked to an existing active template.
  The system enforces a rule that prevents the same utility product from being associated with multiple active templates simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active Templates: Identify the active template to which the utility product is currently allocated. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like EEDM or EEDM1).
  
  
  Review Allocations: Review the allocations of the utility product. You may need to check the configuration settings or the master data for the utility product to see where it is currently being used.
  
  
  Deactivate or Modify the Existing Template: If the utility product needs to be allocated to a new template, consider deactivating the existing template or modifying it to remove the utility product. This may involve:
  
  Changing the status of the template to inactive.
  Removing the utility product from the existing template.
  
  
  
  Reallocate the Utility Product: Once the utility product is no longer associated with the active template, you can proceed to allocate it to the desired template.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of deactivating a template or modifying allocations, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP IS-U, such as EEDM (for managing utility products) and EEDM1 (for managing templates).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide insights into specific scenarios or bugs that may be relevant.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to templates and utility products in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EPROD073 error and successfully manage your utility products and templates in SAP.