How To Fix /PLMI/BO_RCP018 - Cannot mark recipe for deletion; it is used in label &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_RCP -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Cannot mark recipe for deletion; it is used in label &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RCP018 - Cannot mark recipe for deletion; it is used in label &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RCP018 indicates that you are trying to mark a recipe for deletion, but it cannot be deleted because it is currently being used in a label. This is a common issue in SAP when dealing with recipes and their associated labels, as the system enforces data integrity by preventing the deletion of objects that are still in use.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the recipe you are attempting to delete is linked to one or more labels in the system. Labels in SAP are often associated with production processes, and if a recipe is still referenced by a label, the system will not allow it to be deleted to avoid inconsistencies.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Labels: Determine which labels are using the recipe. The error message should provide the label identifier (e.g., &1). You can use this identifier to look up the specific labels in the system.
  
  
  Remove the Association: Once you have identified the labels that are using the recipe, you will need to either:
  
  Modify the labels to remove the reference to the recipe.
  Delete the labels if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the recipe in other objects (like production orders, batch records, etc.) that might prevent deletion.
  
  
  Retry Deletion: After removing the associations, attempt to mark the recipe for deletion again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to manage recipes and labels, such as:
  
  C201 for creating or changing recipes.
  C203 for displaying recipes.
  PLM_LABEL for managing labels.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to Recipe Management and Label Management for more detailed instructions on handling recipes and their associations.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify or delete recipes and labels in the system.
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting a recipe or modifying labels, consult with colleagues or a supervisor who is familiar with the production processes in your organization.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully mark the recipe for deletion.