How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT285 - Ext. procurement relationship uses LocProd &1 &2 (Deletion not possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 285

• Message text: Ext. procurement relationship uses LocProd &1 &2 (Deletion not possible)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT285 - Ext. procurement relationship uses LocProd &1 &2 (Deletion not possible) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT285 indicates that there is an issue with the external procurement relationship in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, it states that the deletion of a location product relationship is not possible because it is being used in an external procurement relationship.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete a location product (LocProd) relationship that is still being referenced in an external procurement relationship. This means that the system has identified that the relationship you are trying to delete is still active and is linked to procurement processes, which prevents the deletion.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check External Procurement Relationships:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP APO where you can view external procurement relationships (e.g., /SAPAPO/LOCPROD).
  Identify the external procurement relationships that are linked to the location product you are trying to delete.
  
  
  
  Remove or Modify the External Procurement Relationship:
  
  If the external procurement relationship is no longer needed, you can delete or deactivate it.
  If it is still required, consider modifying the relationship to point to a different location product or procurement source.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Deletion:
  
  Once the external procurement relationship has been removed or modified, you can attempt to delete the location product relationship again.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the location product that might prevent deletion. This may include checking for any active planning or forecasting processes that involve the location product.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/LOCPROD for managing location products and /SAPAPO/PROD for product master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing external procurement relationships and location products.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to procurement relationships and location products.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance, as they may have access to additional tools and logs to diagnose the problem.