How To Fix /PLMB/BA_RCP250 - To delete the formula, the recipe must be "In Work" or "Obsolete"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_RCP -

• Message number: 250

• Message text: To delete the formula, the recipe must be "In Work" or "Obsolete"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP250 - To delete the formula, the recipe must be "In Work" or "Obsolete" ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_RCP250 indicates that you are trying to delete a formula (recipe) that is not in an appropriate status. Specifically, the error states that the recipe must be either "In Work" or "Obsolete" to be eligible for deletion. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Recipe Status: The recipe you are attempting to delete is likely in a status that does not allow deletion. Common statuses include "Released," "Active," or "Inactive," which typically prevent deletion.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces certain rules to maintain data integrity, ensuring that only recipes that are not actively used or are in a draft state can be deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Recipe Status: 
  
  Navigate to the recipe in question and check its current status. You can do this through the relevant transaction code (e.g., C201 for creating recipes or C202 for changing recipes).
  
  
  
  Change Status:
  
  If the recipe is "Released" or "Active," you will need to change its status to "In Work" or "Obsolete" before attempting to delete it.
  To change the status, you can use the transaction code C202 to edit the recipe and set it to "In Work" or "Obsolete."
  
  
  
  Delete the Recipe:
  
  Once the recipe is in the correct status, you can proceed to delete it using the appropriate transaction code.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Status Definitions:
  
  In Work: The recipe is still being developed and is not finalized.
  Obsolete: The recipe is no longer in use and can be safely deleted.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for more detailed information on recipe management and status definitions.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change the status of the recipe and to delete it.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about changing the status or deleting the recipe, consult with your colleagues or a supervisor to ensure that it is appropriate to do so.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the recipe if it meets the necessary conditions.