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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 transactions, you may need to complete or cancel them before attempting to delete the product.
  
  
  
  Check Inventory Levels:
  
  Verify if there is any stock of the product in inventory. If stock exists, you will need to either sell, transfer, or adjust the inventory before deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check if the product is linked to any pricing conditions, promotions, or other master data. You may need to remove these links before deletion.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM01 (Create Material) to check the product's status and dependencies.
  Use MB52 to check stock levels for the product.
  
  
  
  Consult with Users:
  
  If you are unsure about the dependencies, consult with users or departments that may be using the product to understand its current status.
  
  
  
  System Cleanup:
  
  If the product is no longer needed and all dependencies have been resolved, you can proceed to delete it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on product management and deletion processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing materials and products in SAP.
  User Roles: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to delete products in the system.
  Testing: If possible, test the deletion process in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in the production environment.
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.