How To Fix /PLMI/BO_RCP028 - Cannot undelete recipe; assigned property specification is deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_RCP -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Cannot undelete recipe; assigned property specification is deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RCP028 - Cannot undelete recipe; assigned property specification is deleted ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RCP028 Cannot undelete recipe; assigned property specification is deleted typically occurs in the context of SAP's Recipe Management (PLM) module. This error indicates that you are trying to undelete a recipe, but the property specification that is associated with that recipe has been deleted. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Property Specification: The recipe you are trying to undelete is linked to a property specification that has been deleted from the system. This creates a dependency issue, as the recipe cannot exist without its associated property specification.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules, and if a recipe references a non-existent property specification, it cannot be restored.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Restore the Property Specification:
  
  If possible, restore the deleted property specification. This can often be done through the transaction code used for managing property specifications (e.g., /PLMI/PS).
  Check if there is a backup or a transport request that includes the deleted property specification.
  
  
  
  Modify the Recipe:
  
  If restoring the property specification is not feasible, you may need to modify the recipe to remove the dependency on the deleted property specification.
  This may involve creating a new property specification and linking it to the recipe or adjusting the recipe to not require the deleted specification.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like /PLMI/RC (Recipe Management) to check the dependencies of the recipe and ensure that all linked objects are valid and active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Recipe Management and Property Specifications for additional guidance on managing these objects.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /PLMI/RC for recipes and /PLMI/PS for property specifications.
  Data Model: Understanding the data model of Recipe Management can help in identifying how recipes and property specifications are linked.
  Change Management: Implementing a change management process can help prevent accidental deletions of critical specifications in the future.
  
  By addressing the underlying issue of the deleted property specification, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully undelete the recipe.