How To Fix VMP_MSG332 - Deletion of phantom items not possible in resolve phantom mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 332

• Message text: Deletion of phantom items not possible in resolve phantom mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG332 - Deletion of phantom items not possible in resolve phantom mode ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VMP_MSG332: Deletion of phantom items not possible in resolve phantom mode:
  
  Error Message
  VMP_MSG332: Deletion of phantom items not possible in resolve phantom mode
  
  Cause
  This error occurs during the processing of a production order or during the confirmation phase when the system tries to delete phantom items in a mode where phantom items are supposed to be resolved (i.e., exploded or replaced by their components) rather than deleted.
  
  Phantom items in SAP are special types of materials (usually BOM items) that do not have their own stock but are used to represent a group of components that are directly consumed.
  The "resolve phantom mode" means the system expects to explode the phantom item into its components rather than deleting the phantom item itself.
  Attempting to delete phantom items directly in this mode is not allowed because the system logic requires that phantom items be resolved (exploded) to their components to maintain consistency in the production process and inventory management.
  
  
  When does this happen?
  
  During production order confirmation or goods movement posting where phantom items are involved.
  When the system is set to resolve phantom items automatically but the process or user action tries to delete the phantom item instead.
  Possibly due to incorrect configuration or manual intervention in the order or BOM.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the BOM and Routing:
  
  Verify that the phantom item is correctly maintained in the BOM as a phantom item (item category 'N').
  Ensure that the BOM explosion and routing are consistent.
  
  
  
  Adjust the processing mode:
  
  Instead of deleting phantom items, allow the system to resolve (explode) phantom items into their components.
  This can be done by setting the appropriate parameters in the production order or confirmation process to enable phantom item explosion.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Check the configuration in Production Order Types and Item Categories to ensure phantom items are handled correctly.
  In transaction OPK4 (Order item categories), verify the settings for phantom items.
  
  
  
  Avoid manual deletion of phantom items:
  
  If manual deletion is attempted, avoid it and instead process the phantom items through the standard explosion/resolution process.
  
  
  
  Check for OSS Notes:
  
  Sometimes SAP releases notes for specific issues related to phantom items and production order processing. Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to VMP_MSG332 or phantom item processing.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Phantom Item (Item Category 'N'): Phantom items are used to simplify BOMs by grouping components that are always used together.
  Production Order Processing: Phantom items are exploded during order processing to their components for consumption and confirmation.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CO02 - Change Production Order
  COHV - Production Order Mass Processing
  CS03 - Display BOM
  OPK4 - Maintain Order Item Categories
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search for notes related to phantom items and production order confirmation.
  SAP Help Portal documentation on BOM and production order processing.
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to delete phantom items in a mode where phantom items must be resolved (exploded).
  
  
  Effect
  System throws error VMP_MSG332 and prevents deletion.
  
  
  Solution
  Allow phantom items to be resolved/exploded instead of deleted; check BOM and order settings.
  
  
  Related Info
  Phantom items (item category 'N'), production order processing, SAP customizing (OPK4).
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction, process step), I can help with more specific guidance.