How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT284 - Product &1 used in ext. procurement relationship (Deletion not possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 284

• Message text: Product &1 used in ext. procurement relationship (Deletion not possible)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT284 - Product &1 used in ext. procurement relationship (Deletion not possible) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT284 indicates that a product is being used in an external procurement relationship, and therefore, it cannot be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to delete a product that is still linked to procurement processes.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the product you are trying to delete is still associated with one or more external procurement relationships. This could include relationships with vendors, contracts, or other procurement-related configurations that prevent the deletion of the product.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Check External Procurement Relationships:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP APO where you can view the external procurement relationships for the product in question.
  Identify any active relationships that are linked to the product.
  
  
  
  Remove or Deactivate Relationships:
  
  If you find any active external procurement relationships, you will need to either remove or deactivate them. This may involve:
  
  Deleting the procurement relationship.
  Changing the status of the relationship to inactive.
  Adjusting any related contracts or agreements.
  
  
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Deletion:
  
  Once all external procurement relationships have been addressed, try deleting the product again.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  If the error persists, ensure that there are no other dependencies or configurations (like planning books, key figures, etc.) that might be preventing the deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PROD (Product Master) or /SAPAPO/PRC (Procurement Relationships) to manage products and their relationships.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to procurement relationships and product master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing external procurement relationships and product deletions.
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.