How To Fix OQ161 - Deletion of material handling group &1 canceled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ - IS-Oil : Message pool Service Station Retailing

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Deletion of material handling group &1 canceled

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete a material handling group, that is still assigned
to one or more business locations.
Business location &V2& belongs to this material handling group.

System Response

You can not delete the entry unless you changed the material material
handling group within the location master for business location &V2&.
Attention: there might be further business locations with the material
handling group assigned.

How to fix this error?

Go to the location master maintenance and change the material handling
group for the location &V2& for the same business type.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ161 - Deletion of material handling group &1 canceled ?

  The SAP error message OQ161, which states "Deletion of material handling group &1 canceled," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a material handling group that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active Assignments: The material handling group you are trying to delete may still be assigned to various objects, such as storage bins, materials, or other logistics processes.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or processes that are currently using the material handling group.
  Dependencies: Other configurations or settings in the system may depend on the material handling group, preventing its deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Assignments: 
  
  Use transaction codes like LS03N (Display Storage Bin) or MM03 (Display Material) to check if the material handling group is still assigned to any storage bins or materials.
  If it is assigned, you will need to remove those assignments before attempting to delete the group.
  
  
  
  Review Open Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no open transactions that are using the material handling group. This may include ongoing inventory counts, stock movements, or other logistics activities.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code OMLR:
  
  You can use transaction code OMLR to manage material handling groups. This transaction allows you to view and manage the settings related to material handling groups.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Review any related configurations or settings that may depend on the material handling group. This could include warehouse management settings or other logistics configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the material handling group and its dependencies.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Handling Groups: These are used in warehouse management to categorize and manage materials based on specific handling requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OMLR, LS03N, MM03, and others that may help in managing material handling groups.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.