How To Fix WBBY035 - Material grouping & could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WBBY - Bonus Buys / Material Grouping

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Material grouping & could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WBBY035 - Material grouping & could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message WBBY035 indicates that a material grouping cannot be deleted. This typically occurs when there are dependencies or references to the material grouping that prevent its deletion. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Existing References: The material grouping may be linked to existing materials, transactions, or configurations in the system.
  Active Transactions: There may be active transactions or documents that reference the material grouping, such as purchase orders, sales orders, or inventory records.
  Customizations: Custom developments or enhancements may be using the material grouping, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the material grouping.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if any materials are assigned to the material grouping.
  Review any related documents or transactions that may be using the material grouping.
  
  
  
  Delete References:
  
  If there are materials assigned to the grouping, you will need to remove those assignments first. This can be done through transaction MM02 (Change Material) or similar transactions.
  Ensure that there are no active transactions referencing the material grouping.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If there are custom developments, consult with your ABAP team or SAP consultants to identify any dependencies that may be preventing deletion.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to delete the material grouping has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction OMW1 to manage material groupings and check for any inconsistencies or issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to material groupings for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Grouping: Material groupings are used in SAP to categorize materials for reporting and analysis purposes. They can be used in various modules, including Materials Management (MM) and Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing materials and their groupings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to material groupings and the specific error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.