How To Fix /SAPAPO/FCS_BOM020 - &1 characteristic value combination(s) could not be deleted &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FCS_BOM -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: &1 characteristic value combination(s) could not be deleted &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCS_BOM020 - &1 characteristic value combination(s) could not be deleted &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCS_BOM020 indicates that there is an issue with deleting characteristic value combinations in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), specifically related to Bill of Materials (BOM) or similar master data.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Dependencies: The characteristic value combination you are trying to delete is still being used in other objects, such as planned orders, production orders, or other master data. SAP does not allow the deletion of data that is still in use.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the characteristic value combinations.
  
  
  Data Integrity: There may be data integrity issues or inconsistencies in the database that prevent the deletion.
  
  
  Locked Objects: The characteristic value combination might be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CC01 (Characteristic Combination) or /SAPAPO/CC02 (Change Characteristic Combination) to check if the characteristic value combination is being used elsewhere.
  Identify and remove or update any dependent objects that reference the characteristic value combination.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to delete the characteristic value combination has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any data integrity issues. You can use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CC01 to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Unlock Objects:
  
  If the characteristic value combination is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked it to request the release.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CC01 to attempt to delete the characteristic value combination again after resolving any dependencies or issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO for managing characteristic combinations and BOMs.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.