How To Fix MD376 - Deletion of supplier &2 in MRP area &1 is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD - Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

• Message number: 376

• Message text: Deletion of supplier &2 in MRP area &1 is not possible

What causes this issue?

You would like to delete the supplier &V2& of the MRP area &V1& in plant
&V3& in the quality system (Q system), but the assignment to the MRP
area is already used in the production system (P system).

System Response

The system cannot delete the supplier &V2& of the MRP area &V1& in plant
&V3&.

How to fix this error?

If you have to delete a supplier of an MRP area in your P system, you
first have to ensure that it is not used anywhere else. You can then
request an expert configuration to delete the supplier in the Q system.
Afterwards it will also be deleted in the P system.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD376 - Deletion of supplier &2 in MRP area &1 is not possible ?

  The SAP error message MD376 indicates that the deletion of a supplier in a specific MRP (Material Requirements Planning) area is not possible. This error typically arises when there are dependencies or constraints that prevent the deletion of the supplier from the MRP area.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Dependencies: The supplier may have existing purchase orders, contracts, or other procurement documents linked to the MRP area.
  MRP Area Configuration: The MRP area may have specific settings or configurations that prevent the deletion of suppliers.
  Data Integrity Constraints: SAP enforces data integrity, and if there are references to the supplier in other areas of the system, it will not allow deletion.
  Active MRP Processes: If MRP processes are currently active or if there are planned orders or stock levels associated with the supplier, deletion may be restricted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review any existing purchase orders, contracts, or other documents that reference the supplier in the MRP area. If there are active documents, you may need to close or delete them first.
  Review MRP Area Settings: Check the configuration of the MRP area to ensure that there are no settings preventing the deletion of suppliers.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MD02 (MRP Run) or MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to check for any active MRP processes or requirements linked to the supplier.
  Consult with Your Team: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting the supplier, consult with your procurement or materials management team to understand the impact.
  Use Transaction Code ME01: This transaction can be used to check the supplier's data and see if there are any active links that need to be resolved.
  Delete Related Data: If necessary, delete or archive any related data that is preventing the deletion of the supplier.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on MRP areas and supplier management for more detailed information on how to manage suppliers within MRP areas.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect it may be a system bug or require deeper investigation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.