/SAPAPO/CONFR_CLSYS003 - Product &1 is used in PPMs or orders

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CONFR_CLSYS -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Product &1 is used in PPMs or orders

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CONFR_CLSYS003 - Product &1 is used in PPMs or orders ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CONFR_CLSYS003 indicates that a specific product (denoted by &1) is currently being used in Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) processes, such as Production Planning Models (PPMs) or orders. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform an action that requires the product to be inactive or not in use, such as deleting or changing certain settings.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The product is actively being referenced in one or more PPMs, production orders, or other planning objects.
  Locked Status: The product may be locked due to ongoing planning activities or transactions.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other planning objects that prevent changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active PPMs/Orders:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/PPM or /SAPAPO/ORD to check if the product is part of any active PPMs or orders.
  If it is, you may need to either complete, delete, or change the status of those PPMs or orders.
  
  
  
  Review Product Usage:
  
  Investigate where the product is being used in the system. This can include checking for any dependent objects or linked processes.
  You can use transaction /SAPAPO/PRODUCT to view product details and its usage.
  
  
  
  Change Product Status:
  
  If you need to make changes to the product, consider changing its status to inactive or adjusting its settings in a way that does not conflict with ongoing processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling products in PP/DS.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PPM, /SAPAPO/ORD, and /SAPAPO/PRODUCT for managing PPMs, orders, and product details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide context to the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.