How To Fix OM486 - Do not delete process cat. &1 until multi-step consumption &2 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OM - Customizing Materialwirtschaft

• Message number: 486

• Message text: Do not delete process cat. &1 until multi-step consumption &2 deleted

What causes this issue?

You want to delete process category &V1&. To ensure consistency, all
multilevel process categories must be deleted beforehand.
The multilevel process categories for consumption are:
VBK
VF
VL
VU

System Response

The process category is not deleted.

How to fix this error?

If you are sure you want to delete process category &V1&, delete
process category &V2& first.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OM486 - Do not delete process cat. &1 until multi-step consumption &2 deleted ?

  The SAP error message OM486 indicates that you are trying to delete a process category (process category &1) that is still being used in a multi-step consumption process (multi-step consumption &2). This error typically arises in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with process orders and the consumption of materials.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the process category you are attempting to delete is still linked to existing multi-step consumption records. In SAP, multi-step consumption is a method used to manage the consumption of materials across multiple steps in a production process. If there are active records or dependencies related to the process category, SAP will prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies: Check for any existing multi-step consumption records that are associated with the process category you are trying to delete. You can do this by using transaction codes like CO03 (Display Process Order) or COHV (Mass Processing of Process Orders) to find related process orders.
  
  
  Delete Multi-Step Consumption Records: If you find any active multi-step consumption records, you will need to delete or archive them before you can delete the process category. This may involve:
  
  Deleting the process orders that are using the multi-step consumption.
  Adjusting the consumption settings or records in the system.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the process category in other areas of the system, such as BOMs (Bill of Materials), routing, or production versions.
  
  
  Retry Deletion: Once you have cleared all dependencies, you can attempt to delete the process category again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMC1 (Create Process Category), OMC2 (Change Process Category), and OMC3 (Display Process Category) to manage process categories effectively.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on process categories and multi-step consumption.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete process categories and related records in SAP.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.