How To Fix /ISDFPS/ME_COMAT036 - Deletion of compatibility group &1

/ISDFPS/ME_COMAT036 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/ME_COMAT -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Deletion of compatibility group &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_COMAT036 - Deletion of compatibility group &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/ME_COMAT036 typically indicates an issue related to the deletion of a compatibility group in the context of the SAP system, particularly in the area of materials management or product compatibility.
  
  Cause:
  The error message /ISDFPS/ME_COMAT036 usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Dependencies: The compatibility group you are trying to delete may have dependencies or references in other areas of the system, such as materials, documents, or other compatibility groups.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the compatibility group may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that prevent the deletion of compatibility groups, especially if they are linked to active processes or transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Investigate if there are any materials or documents linked to the compatibility group. You can use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to