How To Fix PPH_RTG031 - &1 cannot be updated as it's referenced from Info Record &2

PPH_RTG031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPH_RTG - Message class for Production Routing APIs

• Message number: 031

• Message text: &1 cannot be updated as it's referenced from Info Record &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPH_RTG031 - &1 cannot be updated as it's referenced from Info Record &2 ?

  The SAP error message PPH_RTG031 indicates that a particular record (in this case, a purchasing info record) cannot be updated because it is being referenced by another object. This typically occurs in scenarios where there are dependencies between records in the system, such as when a purchasing info record is linked to a contract or another purchasing document.
  
  Cause:
  
  Reference Dependency: The info record you are trying to update is currently being referenced by another document (e.g., a purchase order or contract). This prevents any changes to the info record to maintain data integrity.
  Locked Records: The record may be locked due to ongoing transactions or processes that are using it.
  Data Consistency: SAP enforces data consistency rules, and if a record is in use, it cannot be modified to avoid inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check References: Identify which document is referencing the info record. You can do this by checking the related purchase orders or contracts that