How To Fix W4147 - &: & article still exist in orderlist WRF_POHF_POL

W4147 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 147

• Message text: &: & article still exist in orderlist WRF_POHF_POL

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W4147 - &: & article still exist in orderlist WRF_POHF_POL ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W4147 & : & article still exist in orderlist WRF_POHF_POL
  
  Meaning / 
  Cause:
  
  This warning message indicates that an article (material/item) you are trying to delete or modify still exists in the order list table WRF_POHF_POL.
  The table WRF_POHF_POL is typically related to purchase order header and item data in a custom or specific SAP module (often related to workflow or custom development).
  The presence of the article in this order list means that the system prevents deletion or certain changes to avoid inconsistencies or data integrity issues.
  Essentially, the article is still referenced in open or existing purchase orders or related documents, so it cannot be removed or altered freely.
  
  
  Typical Causes:
  
  
  Article still referenced in open purchase orders or workflows
  The article is linked to one or more purchase order items that are still active or not yet fully processed.
  
  
  Incomplete deletion or update process
  The system