How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT859 - Material &1 in MRP area &2: Deletion not possible due to planning status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 859

• Message text: Material &1 in MRP area &2: Deletion not possible due to planning status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT859 - Material &1 in MRP area &2: Deletion not possible due to planning status ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT859 indicates that a material in a specific MRP area cannot be deleted due to its planning status. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, particularly when dealing with materials that are subject to planning activities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete a material from an MRP area, but the material has a planning status that prevents deletion. Common reasons for this include:
  
  Active Planning Status: The material is currently being planned or has planned orders, forecasts, or other planning-related data associated with it.
  Locked Status: The material may be locked for planning due to ongoing processes or settings in the system.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other planning objects that prevent the deletion of the material.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Status: Review the planning status of the material in the MRP area. You can do this by navigating to the material master data and checking the relevant planning views.
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If there are any dependent objects (like planned orders, purchase orders, etc.), you may need to delete or adjust these objects before attempting to delete the material.
  
  
  Change Planning Status: If the material is in a status that allows for changes, you may need to change its planning status to allow for deletion. This can often be done in the material master or through specific transaction codes.
  
  
  Consult with a Planner: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting the material, consult with a planner or someone responsible for the material's lifecycle to ensure that deletion is appropriate.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) or MD02 (MRP Run) to check for any open requirements or planned orders that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  System Settings: Check if there are any system settings or configurations that might be enforcing the planning status restrictions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding the material master data and its planning views is crucial for managing materials in SAP.
  MRP Areas: Familiarize yourself with MRP areas and how they are used in planning processes.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on planning statuses and their implications.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to material master data and planning statuses.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.