How To Fix WRF_APC206 - Purchasing list item &1 &2 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC - Messages for Operational Assortment Planning and Control

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Purchasing list item &1 &2 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete purchasing list item &V1& &V2&. Possible reasons are:
The item has already been released.
The item originates from a distribution of putaway quantities.
The item originates from a Layout Workbench transfer.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If the item has been released, unrelease it and then try to delete it
again.
If it originates from a putaway quantity distribution, you can go to the
source item and delete the distribution for the dependent item by
selecting<LS> Delete Putaway Distribution</>.
Items that originate from the Layout Workbench can only be deleted
there.
Layout module versions point to planned and assigned quantities for one
assortment of a purchasing list item. This means all layout module
versions that point to that purchasing list item would have to be
adjusted one by one, for example, by removing the <LS>OAPC flag</>. Then
the transfer from the Layout Workbench to Operational Assortment
Planning and Control (triggered during save) resets the planned and
assigned quantities for the corresponding assortment to zero. When this
is done for the last assortment, the transfer removes the entire
purchasing list item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC206 - Purchasing list item &1 &2 cannot be deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_APC206: Purchasing list item &1 &2 cannot be deleted
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to delete a purchasing list item that is currently referenced or used in other documents or processes. Specifically, the item you are attempting to delete is linked to existing transactions or master data, such as purchase orders, contracts, or other procurement-related documents, which prevents its deletion to maintain data consistency and integrity.
  Common scenarios include:  
  
  The purchasing list item is assigned to an active purchase order or contract.  
  The item is referenced in other procurement documents or workflows.  
  The item is part of a release strategy or approval process that is still active.  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check References:
  
  Identify where the purchasing list item is being used. You can do this by:  
  
  Checking related purchase orders, contracts, or scheduling agreements.  
  Using transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME33K (Display Contract) to find references.  
  Using SAP standard reports or tables (e.g., EKKO, EKPO) to find linked documents.
  
  
  
  Delete or Remove References:
  
  If possible, delete or remove the references to the purchasing list item:  
  
  Cancel or delete related purchase orders or contracts that reference the item.  
  Remove the item from any active release strategies or workflows.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to delete purchasing list items and related documents.
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction:
  
  Make sure you are using the appropriate transaction to delete the purchasing list item. Sometimes, deletion is only possible via specific transactions or programs.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  If the issue persists, check SAP Notes for any known bugs or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Purchasing List: A purchasing list in SAP is a list of materials or services that a purchasing organization plans to procure. It is often used for planning and controlling procurement activities.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  ME52N: Change Purchase Requisition  
  ME22N: Change Purchase Order  
  ME33K: Display Contract  
  ME31K: Create Contract  
  ME32K: Change Contract  
  
  
  
  Tables:  
  
  EKKO: Purchasing Document Header  
  EKPO: Purchasing Document Item  
  EKET: Scheduling Agreement Schedule Lines  
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes.
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where this error occurs, I can help with more tailored advice.