How To Fix PROD_ALLOC_SEQUENCE006 - Material-plant cannot be changed: sequence is already in use.

PROD_ALLOC_SEQUENCE006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PROD_ALLOC_SEQUENCE - T100 Messages for BO Product Allocation Sequence

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Material-plant cannot be changed: sequence is already in use.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PROD_ALLOC_SEQUENCE006 - Material-plant cannot be changed: sequence is already in use. ?

  The SAP error message PROD_ALLOC_SEQUENCE006 indicates that there is an attempt to change the material-plant assignment for a production allocation sequence that is already in use. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and allocation processes where certain sequences are locked or in use, preventing modifications.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Production Orders: The material-plant combination is linked to active production orders or allocations that are currently being processed.
  Locked Sequences: The sequence you are trying to change is locked because it is being referenced in other transactions or processes.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies in production planning and execution.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Orders: Review the production orders or allocations that are currently using the sequence. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., CO03 for production orders) and checking the status of the orders.
  Complete or Cancel Orders: If possible, complete or cancel