How To Fix PMMO_BASIS014 - You are trying to deactivate PMMO but postings already exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PMMO_BASIS - Messages for PMMO Basis Objects

• Message number: 014

• Message text: You are trying to deactivate PMMO but postings already exist

What causes this issue?

You are trying to deactivate PMMO processing for all users in the system
but postings already exist in the following tables:
PMMO_STOCK
PMMO_CONSUMPTION

System Response

This may cause irreconcilable inconsistencies in the system that would
prevent correct pegging and distribution results.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PMMO_BASIS014 - You are trying to deactivate PMMO but postings already exist ?

  The SAP error message PMMO_BASIS014 indicates that you are attempting to deactivate the PMMO (Plant Maintenance and Material Management) functionality, but there are existing postings that prevent this action. This typically occurs when there are active transactions or records in the system that are linked to the PMMO module.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that there are existing postings or transactions in the system that are associated with the PMMO module. This could include:
  
  Open maintenance orders
  Open purchase orders
  Existing stock movements
  Active notifications
  Other related transactions that have not been completed or closed
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify and address the existing postings that are preventing the deactivation of PMMO. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify Open Transactions:
  
  Use transaction codes such as IW38 (for maintenance orders), ME2N (for purchase orders), or IW29 (for notifications) to check for any open transactions related to PMMO.
  Review the relevant reports to find any active records.
  
  
  
  Close or Complete Transactions:
  
  If you find any open maintenance orders, notifications, or purchase orders, you will need to either complete or close them.
  For maintenance orders, ensure that all work is finished, and the order is technically completed.
  For purchase orders, ensure that they are either fully delivered and invoiced or canceled if no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or related transactions that might be causing the issue. This could include stock movements or other related processes.
  
  
  
  Retry Deactivation:
  
  Once all relevant transactions have been addressed, attempt to deactivate the PMMO functionality again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific transactions or how to close them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for monitoring and managing PMMO-related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to the PMMO module and the error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify the transactions in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PMMO_BASIS014 error and successfully deactivate the PMMO functionality in your SAP system.