How To Fix /PLMI/BO_RCP037 - Cannot mark recipe for deletion; it is used as explosion recipe in &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/BO_RCP -

• Message number: 037

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RCP037 - Cannot mark recipe for deletion; it is used as explosion recipe in &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/BO_RCP037 indicates that you are trying to mark a recipe for deletion, but it cannot be deleted because it is currently being used as an explosion recipe in another context (e.g., in a production order, a process order, or a similar application). This is a common issue when dealing with recipes in SAP's process industries.
  Cause:
  
  Usage in Other Objects: The recipe you are trying to delete is linked to other objects, such as production orders, process orders, or other recipes that reference it as an explosion recipe.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or references that prevent the deletion of the recipe, as it is still required for the production process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check where the recipe is being used. You can do this by using transaction codes like C223 (for process orders) or C201 (for production orders) to see if the recipe is referenced in any existing orders.
  Use the recipe management transaction (like C201 or C202) to find any active orders that are using the recipe.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If the recipe is being used in active orders, you will need to either complete or delete those orders before you can delete the recipe.
  If the recipe is part of a larger structure (like a multi-level recipe), ensure that all dependent recipes are also checked.
  
  
  
  Mark for Deletion:
  
  Once you have ensured that the recipe is no longer in use, you can attempt to mark it for deletion again.
  Use the appropriate transaction (like C201 or C202) to mark the recipe for deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the dependencies or how to proceed, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  C201 - Create Production Order
  C202 - Change Production Order
  C223 - Process Order
  C220 - Display Recipe
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to recipe management and deletion issues, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete or modify recipes in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully mark the recipe for deletion.