How To Fix FSH_PP_MD027 - Cannot delete profile; profile already exists in BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_PP_MD - Message Class for PP Master Data

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Cannot delete profile; profile already exists in BOM

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete the quantity distribution profile because the profile
is already used in a BOM component. This means that the profile cannot
be deleted if you have selected the "Used" checkbox for the quantity
distribution profile.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_PP_MD027 - Cannot delete profile; profile already exists in BOM ?

  The SAP error message FSH_PP_MD027 indicates that you are trying to delete a profile that cannot be deleted because it is already associated with a Bill of Materials (BOM). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning (PP) and Material Management (MM) modules, where profiles are used to manage various aspects of production and materials.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Profile Association: The profile you are attempting to delete is currently linked to one or more BOMs. SAP prevents the deletion of profiles that are actively in use to maintain data integrity.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces rules to ensure that no orphaned data is left behind, which could lead to inconsistencies in the BOM or production planning processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOM Associations:
  
  Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the profile is associated with any BOMs.
  If you find that the profile is indeed linked to a BOM, you will need to either remove the association or modify the BOM to no longer reference the profile.
  
  
  
  Remove Profile from BOM:
  
  If you determine that the profile is no longer needed, you can edit the BOM to remove the profile association. This can be done using transaction CS02 (Change BOM).
  After removing the profile from all associated BOMs, you should be able to delete the profile without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the profile in other areas of the system, such as routing or production orders.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to BOM and profile management for additional guidance on handling profiles and BOMs.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM), and CS11 (BOM for a Material).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify BOMs and profiles in your SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FSH_PP_MD027 error and successfully manage your profiles and BOMs in SAP.