How To Fix MPE_CM_BOM030 - Part Type &1 cannot be deleted as it is used as a Parent Part Type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_CM_BOM - Message Class for Parameter Effectivity

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Part Type &1 cannot be deleted as it is used as a Parent Part Type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_CM_BOM030 - Part Type &1 cannot be deleted as it is used as a Parent Part Type ?

  The SAP error message MPE_CM_BOM030 indicates that you are trying to delete a part type (or material) that is currently being used as a parent part type in a Bill of Materials (BOM) or in some other hierarchical structure. This means that the part type you are attempting to delete has dependent components or child parts associated with it, which prevents its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Parent-Child Relationship: The part type you are trying to delete is defined as a parent in a BOM or another structure, meaning it has child components that rely on it.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that you do not accidentally delete a part that is still in use, which could lead to inconsistencies in your data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BOMs: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to check if the part type is part of any BOMs. If it is, you will need to either delete the BOM or remove the part type from the BOM before you can delete it.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if the part type is being used in any other dependent structures or processes. This could include routing, production orders, or other configurations.
  
  
  
  Remove Associations:
  
  If the part type is associated with any BOMs or other structures, you will need to remove those associations first. This can be done through the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., CS02 to change a BOM).
  
  
  
  Delete BOMs:
  
  If the BOM is no longer needed, you can delete it using transaction code CS02 (Change BOM) and then selecting the delete option.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or guidelines your organization has regarding the management of BOMs and part types to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting a part type, consult with your SAP administrator or a colleague who is knowledgeable about the BOM structure in your organization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CS01: Create BOM
  CS02: Change BOM
  CS03: Display BOM
  CS12: Multi-level BOM
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or updates related to BOM management and part types.
  Data Integrity: Understand the importance of maintaining data integrity in SAP, especially when dealing with manufacturing and inventory management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the part type if it is no longer needed.