How To Fix /ISDFPS/MM022 - Relevant material master data still exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MM -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Relevant material master data still exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM022 - Relevant material master data still exists ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MM022 Relevant material master data still exists typically occurs in the context of the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules when attempting to delete or archive a material that is still linked to relevant master data. This can happen if the material is still being referenced in various transactions or if it has not been fully deactivated in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Active Material Master Data: The material you are trying to delete or archive has active master data entries in the system.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or documents (like purchase orders, sales orders, etc.) that reference the material.
  Dependencies: The material might be linked to other objects or processes, such as production orders, stock, or planning data.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may prevent the deletion of materials that are still in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Material Usage:
  
  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 production orders that reference the material.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Delete Related Data:
  
  If the material is linked to any open transactions, you may need to close or delete those transactions first.
  If applicable, deactivate the material in the material master by setting it to "Blocked" status.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependent objects (like BOMs, routings, etc.) that need to be removed or deactivated before you can delete the material.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction MM06 to mark the material for deletion. This will allow you to set the material as obsolete without deleting it immediately.
  If you are sure that the material is no longer needed, you can use MM02 to change the status of the material.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting the material, consult with your SAP team or a functional consultant to ensure that you are not affecting any critical business processes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that there are no restrictions on deleting materials that are still in use.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for material master data management to understand the implications of deleting or archiving materials.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete or modify material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.