How To Fix MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI027 - Deletion failed: the combination of sub-range and plant is not used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI - MDG: messages for Supplier UI related issues

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Deletion failed: the combination of sub-range and plant is not used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI027 - Deletion failed: the combination of sub-range and plant is not used ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI027 indicates that a deletion operation has failed because the specified combination of sub-range and plant is not in use. This typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Supplier data, where you are trying to delete a sub-range associated with a specific plant, but the system cannot find any active records or associations for that combination.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Combination: The specified sub-range and plant combination does not exist in the system, meaning there are no records that reference this combination.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues where the records are not properly linked or have been deleted elsewhere, leading to inconsistencies.
  Usage in Other Processes: The sub-range might still be referenced in other processes or configurations, preventing its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Existence: Check if the combination of the sub-range and plant actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data views in SAP and confirming the records.
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies or references to the sub-range in other areas of the system. This could include checking for any active purchase orders, contracts, or other documents that might be using this combination.
  Data Cleanup: If the combination is indeed not in use, ensure that there are no orphaned records or inconsistencies in the database. You may need to perform a data cleanup or reconciliation.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or considerations.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MDG_MATERIAL to check the status of the material and its associated data.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDG Configuration: Ensure that your MDG configuration is set up correctly for handling supplier data and that all necessary settings are in place.
  Change Logs: Review change logs to see if there were any recent changes made to the data that could have led to this issue.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the deletion has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.