How To Fix /SAPAPO/VMI_PG021 - Transportation guideline &1 not deleted since used in sets

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/VMI_PG -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Transportation guideline &1 not deleted since used in sets

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/VMI_PG021 - Transportation guideline &1 not deleted since used in sets ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/VMI_PG021 indicates that a transportation guideline cannot be deleted because it is currently being used in sets. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly in the Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) module.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete a transportation guideline that is still referenced in one or more sets. Sets in SAP APO are collections of data that can include transportation guidelines, and if a guideline is part of a set, it cannot be deleted until it is removed from that set.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Sets: Determine which sets are using the transportation guideline. You can do this by checking the relevant set definitions in the system.
  
  
  Remove the Guideline from Sets:
  
  Navigate to the transaction or area where the sets are defined (e.g., using transaction /SAPAPO/SDP94 for set management).
  Locate the specific set(s) that include the transportation guideline you want to delete.
  Remove the transportation guideline from these sets.
  
  
  
  Delete the Transportation Guideline: Once the guideline has been removed from all sets, you can proceed to delete it without encountering the error.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the transportation guideline in other areas of the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for managing sets and /SAPAPO/VMI for VMI-related configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on managing transportation guidelines and sets in APO.
  Testing: After making changes, it’s a good practice to test the system to ensure that the deletion does not affect other functionalities.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the transportation guideline is still not deletable after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.