How To Fix /ISDFPS/FORCE253 - Error when deleting authorized material (&1, &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FORCE -

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Error when deleting authorized material (&1, &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCE253 - Error when deleting authorized material (&1, &2) ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCE253 typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete an authorized material that is still being referenced in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when the material is linked to existing documents, transactions, or other data objects that prevent its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Material References: The material you are trying to delete is still being referenced in other documents (e.g., purchase orders, sales orders, stock movements).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the material.
  System Constraints: The material may be part of a configuration or setup that prevents its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check References: 
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material is still being used in any transactions.
  Look for any open purchase orders, sales orders, or stock movements that reference the material.
  You can also use transaction MB51 to check for material documents related to the material.
  
  
  
  Remove References: 
  
  If the material is referenced in any documents, you will need to either delete or modify those documents to remove the references to the material.
  Ensure that all dependent objects are cleared before attempting to delete the material again.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to delete the material has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Deletion Method: 
  
  If the material is marked for deletion, ensure you are using the correct transaction (e.g., MM06 for marking materials for deletion) and that the deletion flag is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on deleting materials in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking references and authorizations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), MM06 (Mark for Deletion), and MB51 (Material Document List).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Review user roles and profiles to ensure that the necessary permissions are granted for material management tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.