How To Fix /SAPAPO/VM026 - The orders of planning version & could not be deleted

/SAPAPO/VM026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/VM -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: The orders of planning version & could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/VM026 - The orders of planning version & could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/VM026 indicates that there are issues preventing the deletion of orders in a specific planning version. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to delete planned orders, production orders, or other related objects.
  Causes:
  
  Active Dependencies: The orders may have dependencies or links to other objects (e.g., dependent orders, reservations, etc.) that prevent their deletion.
  Status of Orders: The orders might be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., confirmed, released).
  Planning Version Lock: The planning version may be locked for changes, either due to ongoing planning activities or user restrictions.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the orders may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity rules in place that prevent the deletion of certain orders.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the orders for any dependencies or linked objects. Ensure that all