How To Fix W/067 - Material & cannot be deleted as phases are already activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W/ -

• Message number: 067

• Message text: Material & cannot be deleted as phases are already activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W/067 - Material & cannot be deleted as phases are already activated ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W/067 Material & cannot be deleted as phases are already activated
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you attempt to delete a material in SAP that is linked to a project or production process where certain phases (such as project phases, production phases, or lifecycle phases) have already been activated. In other words, the material is involved in ongoing or completed phases of a project or production order, and SAP prevents deletion to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The material is assigned to a project or production order.
  One or more phases related to this material have been activated (started or completed).
  Deleting the material at this stage could lead to inconsistencies in project or production data.
  Hence, SAP issues this warning and blocks the deletion.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Project or Production Phases:
  
  Identify the project or production order(s) where the material is used.
  Check the status of the phases related to the material.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Close Phases (if possible):
  
  If business processes allow, deactivate or close the activated phases.
  This might involve reversing or canceling certain steps in the project or production lifecycle.
  
  
  
  Remove Material Assignments:
  
  Remove or reassign the material from the project or production order phases.
  This might require coordination with project management or production planning teams.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transactions like CJ20N (Project Builder) to check project phases.
  Use CO02 (Change Production Order) to check production phases.
  
  
  
  If Deletion is Not Possible:
  
  Consider marking the material as obsolete or blocked instead of deleting.
  This prevents further use without affecting historical data.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support or Basis Team:
  
  If unsure, consult with your SAP support team for guidance on safely handling the material and related phases.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is a warning (W/067), so in some cases, you might be able to override it, but it is generally not recommended.
  The message is related to Project System (PS) or Production Planning (PP) modules where material phases are tracked.
  Deleting materials involved in active or completed phases can cause inconsistencies in costing, scheduling, and reporting.
  Always ensure proper backup and authorization before attempting deletions.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Material linked to activated project/production phases cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Solution
  Check and deactivate phases, remove material assignments, or mark material as obsolete.
  
  
  Related Tcodes
  CJ20N (Project Builder), CO02 (Change Production Order)
  
  
  Notes
  Avoid deletion if phases are active; consider blocking material instead.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where this error occurs, I can give more tailored advice.