How To Fix MU067 - The material &1 is used in sales orders; only display possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MU - Maintenance of structured materials

• Message number: 067

• Message text: The material &1 is used in sales orders; only display possible

What causes this issue?

You want to create or change a bill of material (BOM) for the
<DS:GLOS.3526BBD7AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>structured material</> &V1&.
However, this material is already used in sales orders. To prevent data
inconsistencies, the BOM may no longer be changed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE BOM OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MU067 - The material &1 is used in sales orders; only display possible ?

  The SAP error message MU067 indicates that a specific material (denoted by &1) is currently being used in sales orders, which restricts certain actions you might want to perform on that material. This typically occurs when you attempt to change or delete a material that is still active in sales order processing.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the material in question is linked to existing sales orders. SAP restricts modifications to ensure data integrity and prevent inconsistencies in sales order processing. This is a protective measure to ensure that any changes to the material do not adversely affect the sales orders that reference it.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you have a few options:
  
  
  Display Mode: If you only need to view the material details, you can proceed in display mode. This allows you to see the material information without making any changes.
  
  
  Check Sales Orders: If you need to make changes to the material, first check the sales orders that are using this material. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction code VA03 to display sales orders and check if the material is listed.
  If necessary, you can contact the relevant department to see if the sales orders can be modified or canceled.
  
  
  
  Change Material Status: If you need to stop using the material in sales orders, you may need to:
  
  Change the status of the material to "Blocked" or "Inactive" in the material master (transaction code MM02), but ensure that this does not affect ongoing sales orders.
  This action should be taken with caution and typically requires approval from relevant stakeholders.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unsure about the implications of changing the material status or if you need further assistance, consider consulting with your SAP support team or a functional consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  MM03: Display Material Master
  
  
  Material Master Views: Ensure you are familiar with the different views of the material master, as some views may be relevant to sales and distribution.
  Sales Order Management: Understanding how sales orders are processed in your organization can help you make informed decisions regarding material changes.
  
  Always ensure that any changes made are in compliance with your organization's policies and procedures regarding material management and sales order processing.