How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT028 - Product &1 &2 cannot be deleted because dependent objects exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Product &1 &2 cannot be deleted because dependent objects exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT028 - Product &1 &2 cannot be deleted because dependent objects exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT028 indicates that a product (identified by the product number and location) cannot be deleted because there are dependent objects associated with it. This is a common issue in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to delete a product that is still linked to other objects in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Dependent Objects: The product may have dependent objects such as:
  
  Forecasts
  Planning versions
  Orders
  Stock levels
  Other master data linked to the product
  
  
  Active Planning Data: If there are active planning data or transactions that reference the product, it cannot be deleted.
  Integration with Other Modules: The product may be integrated with other SAP modules (like SAP ERP) where it is still in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependent Objects:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM17 (for checking product master data) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for checking forecasts) to identify what dependent objects are linked to the product.
  Check for any active orders, forecasts, or planning versions that reference the product.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Dependent Objects:
  
  If you find dependent objects, you will need to delete or archive them before you can delete the product.
  For example, if there are forecasts, you can delete them using transaction /SAPAPO/MC62.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Planning Versions:
  
  Ensure that there are no active planning versions that include the product. You may need to deactivate or delete these versions.
  
  
  
  Use the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM):
  
  If the product is part of a product lifecycle, ensure that it is not in an active state. You may need to change its status to inactive or delete it from the lifecycle.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to the product and its dependencies.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to identify or resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing products in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/OM17, /SAPAPO/MC62, and /SAPAPO/OM00.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue preventing the deletion of the product in SAP APO.