How To Fix MPE_CM_BOM010 - Part Type &1 cannot be deleted as it is assigned to a BOM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_CM_BOM - Message Class for Parameter Effectivity

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Part Type &1 cannot be deleted as it is assigned to a BOM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_CM_BOM010 - Part Type &1 cannot be deleted as it is assigned to a BOM ?

  The SAP error message MPE_CM_BOM010 indicates that a specific part type (denoted by &1) cannot be deleted because it is currently assigned to a Bill of Materials (BOM). This is a common issue when trying to manage BOMs in SAP, as the system enforces data integrity by preventing the deletion of components that are still in use.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The part type you are trying to delete is linked to one or more BOMs.
  SAP requires that all references to a part type be removed before it can be deleted to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the BOMs: 
  
  Use transaction code CS03 (Display BOM) to check which BOMs the part type is assigned to. You can enter the part type and see the associated BOMs.
  
  
  
  Remove the Part Type from BOMs:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can use transaction code CS02 (Change BOM) to remove the part type from the BOMs where it is assigned.
  Make sure to save your changes after removing the part type from all relevant BOMs.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that the part type is not referenced in other areas, such as routing or production orders. You may need to check these areas as well.
  
  
  
  Delete the Part Type:
  
  Once the part type is no longer assigned to any BOMs or other objects, you can proceed to delete it using transaction code CS01 (Create BOM) or the appropriate transaction for deleting part types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting a part type, consult your organization's documentation or speak with a SAP expert within your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS11: Display BOM for a Material
  CS12: Display BOM for a Group
  CS13: Display BOM for a Reference
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to BOM management that might address similar issues.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to make changes to BOMs and part types.
  
  
  Data Integrity: Always consider the impact of deleting a part type on existing production processes and documentation.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the part type if it is no longer needed.