How To Fix /ISDFPS/ME_COMAT009 - Compatibility group &1 is extended and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ME_COMAT -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Compatibility group &1 is extended and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_COMAT009 - Compatibility group &1 is extended and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_COMAT009 Compatibility group &1 is extended and cannot be deleted typically occurs in the context of managing compatibility groups in the SAP system, particularly in the area of materials management or product lifecycle management. This error indicates that the compatibility group you are trying to delete has been extended, meaning it has been used in some way that prevents its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Extended Compatibility Group: The compatibility group you are trying to delete has been extended, which means it has been assigned to materials, products, or other entities in the system. This association prevents the deletion of the group.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or references to this compatibility group in other parts of the system, such as in configuration settings, material master records, or other related data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage: Before attempting to delete the compatibility group, check where it is being used. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing the material master records to see if any materials are assigned to this compatibility group.
  Checking any configuration settings or other entities that may reference this group.
  
  
  
  Remove Associations: If you find that the compatibility group is associated with materials or other entities, you will need to:
  
  Unassign or change the compatibility group for those materials or entities.
  Ensure that there are no active references to the compatibility group.
  
  
  
  Delete Compatibility Group: Once all associations have been removed, you should be able to delete the compatibility group without encountering the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting a compatibility group or how to find associations, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to manage compatibility groups, such as:
  
  MM02 for changing material master data.
  MM03 for displaying material master data.
  /ISDFPS/ME_COMAT for managing compatibility groups directly, if applicable.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Testing in Development: If you are working in a production environment, consider testing the deletion process in a development or quality assurance environment first to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the compatibility group if it is no longer needed.