How To Fix OQ_C046 - Material &1 is dependent on &2

OQ_C046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_C - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Fuels

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Material &1 is dependent on &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_C046 - Material &1 is dependent on &2 ?

  The SAP error message OQ_C046, which states "Material &1 is dependent on &2," typically occurs in the context of material management and inventory control within SAP. This error indicates that there is a dependency relationship between two materials, where the first material (represented by &1) cannot be processed or managed independently due to its association with the second material (represented by &2).
  
  Cause:
  
  Bill of Materials (BOM) Dependency: The error often arises when the material in question is part of a Bill of Materials (BOM) or is linked to another material through a production or assembly process.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the material master or BOM that enforce dependencies between materials.
  Incomplete Data: The material master data for either of the materials may be incomplete or incorrectly configured, leading to dependency issues.
  Stock Management: The error can also occur if there are stock management settings that require certain materials to be