How To Fix PPEFLO129 - &1 is still being used in production version &2, &3, &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEFLO - Messages for iPPE Application Object FLO

• Message number: 129

• Message text: &1 is still being used in production version &2, &3, &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEFLO129 - &1 is still being used in production version &2, &3, &4 ?

  The SAP error message PPEFLO129 indicates that a particular object (like a production version, material, or routing) is still being used in a production version, which prevents you from making certain changes or deletions. This error typically arises in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with production versions in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete or change a production version that is still actively linked to production orders or other processes in the system. This can happen if:
  
  There are open production orders that reference the production version.
  The production version is still assigned to a material that is in use.
  There are dependent objects (like BOMs or routings) that are still active and linked to the production version.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Production Orders:
  
  Use transaction code CO03 to check if there are any open production orders that reference the production version in question. If there are, you may need to complete or delete these orders before you can make changes.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to check the material master data. Ensure that the production version is not being used in any active processes.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependent Objects:
  
  Review any dependent objects such as BOMs (Bill of Materials) or routings that may still be linked to the production version. You can use transaction codes CS03 for BOMs and CA03 for routings to check their status.
  
  
  
  Change Production Version:
  
  If you need to change the production version, consider creating a new version and updating the relevant production orders or materials to use the new version instead.
  
  
  
  Consult with Production Planning Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting or changing a production version, consult with your production planning team to ensure that you are not disrupting ongoing production processes.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code C223:
  
  If you need to delete a production version, you can use transaction code C223 to manage production versions. However, ensure that all dependencies are resolved first.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO03: Display Production Order
  MM03: Display Material Master
  CS03: Display BOM
  CA03: Display Routing
  C223: Maintain Production Versions
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on production versions and their management to understand the implications of changes in production planning.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.