How To Fix VMP_MSG261 - Linked Item deleted from source

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Linked Item deleted from source

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG261 - Linked Item deleted from source ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG261 ("Linked Item deleted from source") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with linked items in sales orders, production orders, or other related documents. This error indicates that a linked item that was previously associated with a configuration or document has been deleted or is no longer available in the source system.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Linked Item: The most common cause is that the item that was linked to a configuration or document has been deleted from the master data (e.g., material master, BOM, etc.).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as changes in the configuration or the deletion of a variant that is still referenced in other documents.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings or the structure of the product may lead to the removal of linked items.
  Transport Issues: If the linked item was part of a transport request that was not successfully imported, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify if the linked item still exists in the system. If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or adjust the configuration to remove the dependency on the deleted item.
  Update Configuration: If the configuration is outdated, update it to reflect the current state of the master data. This may involve reconfiguring the product or sales order.
  Review Document Links: Check the documents (sales orders, production orders, etc.) that reference the linked item and update or delete those references as necessary.
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport, ensure that all necessary objects are included in the transport request and that they have been successfully imported into the target system.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM), MM03 (Display Material), or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to investigate the linked items and their statuses.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you may want to analyze the program logic that triggers this error to understand the context better.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.