How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRU017 - Can't delete planning object structure &1 (it has to be deactivated firs)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRU -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Can't delete planning object structure &1 (it has to be deactivated firs)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRU017 - Can't delete planning object structure &1 (it has to be deactivated firs) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRU017 indicates that you are trying to delete a planning object structure in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), but the system is preventing you from doing so because the planning object structure must first be deactivated.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the planning object structure you are attempting to delete is currently active. In SAP APO, planning object structures must be deactivated before they can be deleted. This is a safeguard to prevent accidental loss of configuration and data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Deactivate the Planning Object Structure:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRU (or navigate through the SAP menu to the relevant area for planning object structures).
  Locate the planning object structure you want to delete.
  Select the structure and choose the option to deactivate it. This may involve selecting a "Deactivate" button or option in the menu.
  
  
  
  Delete the Planning Object Structure:
  
  Once the planning object structure is deactivated, you can proceed to delete it.
  Again, navigate to the same transaction code and select the deactivated planning object structure.
  Choose the option to delete it.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Before deactivating and deleting, ensure that there are no dependencies or active processes that rely on the planning object structure. If there are, you may need to address those dependencies first.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/SCMB_PSTRU: For managing planning object structures.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on planning object structures and their management in APO.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always back up your configuration before making changes.
  Review the impact of deactivating and deleting planning object structures on your planning processes.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If you encounter issues or have specific questions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the planning object structure.