How To Fix /ISDFPS/PPEMPO053 - MPO can only be deleted if status is &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PPEMPO -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: MPO can only be deleted if status is &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PPEMPO053 - MPO can only be deleted if status is & ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PPEMPO053 MPO can only be deleted if status is & typically occurs in the context of the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules, particularly when dealing with Master Production Orders (MPOs) or similar planning objects.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that you are trying to delete a Master Production Order (MPO) that is not in a status that allows deletion. Each MPO has a status that determines what actions can be performed on it. Common statuses include:
  
  Created: The MPO can usually be deleted.
  Released: The MPO may not be deletable.
  In Process: The MPO is actively being processed and cannot be deleted.
  Completed: The MPO has been completed and typically cannot be deleted.
  
  The specific status that allows deletion is indicated by the & in the error message. You need to check the status of the MPO you are trying to delete.
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Status: First, check the current status of the MPO you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report in SAP that displays MPO details.
  
  
  Change the Status: If the MPO is in a status that does not allow deletion, you may need to change its status to one that does. This could involve:
  
  Reversing any processes that have been applied to the MPO.
  Changing the status to "Created" if possible.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines to understand the specific statuses and their implications for deletion.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like MD04, CO02, or others to manage production orders and check their statuses.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the MPO should be deletable but is not, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional expert in your organization.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete MPOs in your SAP environment.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, system configuration settings can affect the ability to delete MPOs. Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team if you suspect this might be the case.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the MPO if it is in the correct status.