How To Fix /PLMI/ECN_BO008 - Object type &1 is in use and cannot be removed from change number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECN_BO -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Object type &1 is in use and cannot be removed from change number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO008 - Object type &1 is in use and cannot be removed from change number &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO008 indicates that an object type (denoted by &1) is currently in use and cannot be removed from a change number (denoted by &2). This typically occurs in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM) or similar processes where objects (like materials, documents, or BOMs) are associated with a specific change number for tracking and management purposes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Object in Use: The object you are trying to remove is currently being referenced or used in another transaction or process. This could be due to:
  
  The object is still assigned to a production order, maintenance order, or another change number.
  The object is locked by another user or process.
  The object is part of a dependent object that is still active.
  
  
  
  Status of Change Number: The change number itself may be in a status that does not allow modifications, such as being released or completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Usage: 
  
  Investigate where the object is being used. You can use transaction codes like CS03 (Display Material BOM), MM03 (Display Material), or CO03 (Display Production Order) to check if the object is linked to any active processes.
  Look for any open orders or documents that reference the object.
  
  
  
  Release Locks: 
  
  If the object is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked the object to release it.
  
  
  
  Change Number Status: 
  
  Verify the status of the change number. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change its status to allow modifications (if your authorization permits).
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: 
  
  If the object is part of a dependent object, you may need to remove or modify those dependencies before you can remove the object from the change number.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific procedures related to your organization's ECM processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing change numbers and objects, such as:
  
  CC01 (Create Change Number)
  CC02 (Change Change Number)
  CC03 (Display Change Number)
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to change numbers and associated objects.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.