How To Fix PPEARCHFLO039 - Archiving not possible; prod. version(s) still assigned to factory layout

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEARCHFLO - Messages for the archiving of factory layouts

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Archiving not possible; prod. version(s) still assigned to factory layout

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEARCHFLO039 - Archiving not possible; prod. version(s) still assigned to factory layout ?

  The SAP error message PPEARCHFLO039 indicates that archiving is not possible because there are still production versions assigned to a factory layout. This typically occurs in the context of the Production Planning (PP) module, where certain data must be unassigned or deleted before archiving can take place.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to archive a factory layout that still has active production versions linked to it. In SAP, a factory layout is associated with production versions that define how products are manufactured. If these production versions are still in use or assigned to the factory layout, the system prevents archiving to maintain data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Production Versions:
  
  Use transaction code C223 (or navigate through the menu) to display the production versions assigned to the factory layout.
  Check which production versions are linked to the factory layout that you are trying to archive.
  
  
  
  Unassign or Delete Production Versions:
  
  If the production versions are no longer needed, you can delete them. Use transaction code C220 to manage production versions.
  If the production versions are still required, you may need to unassign them from the factory layout. This can be done in the same transaction (C223) by selecting the production version and removing the assignment.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the production versions that might prevent their deletion or unassignment.
  
  
  
  Retry Archiving:
  
  Once the production versions have been unassigned or deleted, you can attempt the archiving process again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  C223: Display Production Versions
  C220: Change Production Versions
  SARA: Archive Administration (for managing archiving objects)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for archiving processes and production version management for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  Consulting SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Testing in Development: Always test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them in production to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully archive the factory layout.