How To Fix PPE_MESSAGE029 - Deletion of item &1 &2 &3 &4 is not possible, because it is referenced

PPE_MESSAGE029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE_MESSAGE - Messages for PPE

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Deletion of item &1 &2 &3 &4 is not possible, because it is referenced

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE_MESSAGE029 - Deletion of item &1 &2 &3 &4 is not possible, because it is referenced ?

  The SAP error message PPE_MESSAGE029 indicates that you are trying to delete an item (identified by the parameters &1, &2, &3, &4) that is currently being referenced in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Production Planning or similar modules where certain items (like BOMs, routings, or production orders) cannot be deleted if they are still in use or linked to other objects.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Active References: The item you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other objects in the system. For example, a material might be linked to a production order, a sales order, or a BOM.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies that prevent the deletion, such as open purchase orders, stock levels, or other transactions that involve the item.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in SAP may prevent the deletion of items that are still in