Message type: E = Error
Message class: /PLMI/ECN_BO -
Message number: 043
Message text: Alternative date &1 is in use and cannot be removed from change number &2
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/PLMI/ECN_BO043
- Alternative date &1 is in use and cannot be removed from change number &2 ?The SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO043 Alternative date &1 is in use and cannot be removed from change number &2 typically occurs in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM) within SAP. This error indicates that an alternative date associated with a change number is currently in use, and therefore, it cannot be removed.
Cause: Active Usage: The alternative date you are trying to remove is actively being referenced in other documents or processes within the system. Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects (like production orders, purchase orders, etc.) that rely on this alternative date. Status of Change Number: The change number may be in a status that does not allow modifications, or it may be locked by another user or process.
Solution: Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent objects that are using the alternative date. You can do this by checking related documents or transactions that might be referencing the
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