How To Fix RLB021 - Deletion not possible. Product is still in use

RLB021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RLB - Reuse Library

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Deletion not possible. Product is still in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RLB021 - Deletion not possible. Product is still in use ?

  The SAP error message RLB021 ("Deletion not possible. Product is still in use") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a product that is still being referenced or used in various transactions or processes within the SAP system. This can happen in different modules, such as SAP Retail or SAP Logistics, where products are linked to sales orders, inventory, or other business processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Transactions: The product is linked to active sales orders, purchase orders, or other transactions.
  Inventory Management: The product may have stock in inventory, making it impossible to delete.
  Master Data Dependencies: The product might be referenced in other master data records, such as pricing conditions, promotions, or material master records.
  Open Documents: There may be open documents or reports that reference the product.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RLB021 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Transactions:
  
  Review any open sales orders, purchase orders, or other transactions that reference the product.
  If there are active