How To Fix MG558 - The selected Laboratory/Office cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 558

• Message text: The selected Laboratory/Office cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG558 - The selected Laboratory/Office cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message MG558, which states "The selected Laboratory/Office cannot be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a laboratory or office that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active Dependencies: The laboratory or office you are trying to delete may be linked to existing records, such as material master records, quality inspection records, or other transactional data.
  Open Documents: There may be open purchase orders, production orders, or other documents that reference the laboratory or office.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have configuration settings that prevent the deletion of certain entities if they are still active or in use.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to delete the laboratory or office.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the laboratory or office, check for any existing dependencies. You can do this by reviewing related records in the system.
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or QA03 (Display Inspection Lot) to see if the laboratory is referenced.
  
  
  
  Close Open Documents: If there are open documents that reference the laboratory or office, you will need to close or delete those documents first.
  
  For example, if there are open purchase orders, you may need to cancel or complete them.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the system to ensure that there are no restrictions on deleting the laboratory or office.
  
  You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the laboratory or office. If not, contact your system administrator to request the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  Use Transaction Code: If you are sure that there are no dependencies and you have the right authorizations, you can try using the appropriate transaction code (like OX02 for maintaining the laboratory) to delete the entry.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide insights into known issues and their resolutions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM for Materials Management, QM for Quality Management) for more detailed information on managing laboratories and offices.
  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.