How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPM_TRANSFER123 - PPM could not be deleted as it is still used in orders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPM_TRANSFER -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: PPM could not be deleted as it is still used in orders

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_TRANSFER123 - PPM could not be deleted as it is still used in orders ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_TRANSFER123 indicates that a Production Planning Model (PPM) cannot be deleted because it is still being referenced in existing orders. This is a common issue in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to manage PPMs.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the PPM you are trying to delete is still linked to one or more production orders, planned orders, or other planning objects. SAP prevents the deletion of PPMs that are actively in use to maintain data integrity and avoid inconsistencies in planning.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/PPM or /SAPAPO/ORDERS to check which orders are using the PPM.
  You can also use the transaction code CO03 (Display Production Order) to see if the PPM is linked to any production orders.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If you find that the PPM is linked to active orders, you will need to either:
  
  Change the orders to use a different PPM.
  Complete or delete the orders that are using the PPM, if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete or Change Orders:
  
  If the orders can be changed, update them to reference a different PPM.
  If the orders can be deleted, ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and that it is appropriate to do so.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion:
  
  Once all dependencies have been resolved, attempt to delete the PPM again using the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/PPM: To manage PPMs.
  /SAPAPO/ORDERS: To view orders related to PPMs.
  CO03: To display production orders.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on PPM management and order processing.
  Check for any customizations or enhancements in your SAP system that might affect PPM usage.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Regularly review and clean up unused PPMs to avoid clutter and potential issues in the future.
  Implement a process for archiving or deleting old orders that are no longer relevant to maintain system performance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the PPM if it is no longer needed.