How To Fix /SAPAPO/VM021 - Orders of planning version & in the APO database could not be deleted

/SAPAPO/VM021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/VM -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Orders of planning version & in the APO database could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/VM021 - Orders of planning version & in the APO database could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/VM021 indicates that there are orders in the specified planning version that cannot be deleted from the APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) database. This error typically arises due to various reasons related to the status of the orders, dependencies, or configuration settings.
  Causes:
  
  Active Orders: The orders you are trying to delete may be active or in a status that does not allow deletion.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects (like production orders, purchase orders, etc.) that prevent deletion.
  Planning Version Lock: The planning version might be locked for changes, either due to a configuration setting or because it is being used in a live planning session.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete orders in the specified planning version.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints in place that prevent the deletion of certain orders.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Order Status: Verify the status