How To Fix WRF_PRC_OTB082 - Item &1: Components of structured articles cannot be deleted

WRF_PRC_OTB082 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_OTB - Purchasing, Open-To-Buy, Seasonal Procurement Messages

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Item &1: Components of structured articles cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_OTB082 - Item &1: Components of structured articles cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_OTB082 indicates that there is an issue with attempting to delete components of structured articles in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of managing articles that are structured, meaning they are composed of multiple components or variants.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "Item &1: Components of structured articles cannot be deleted" usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Structured Article Definition: The item you are trying to delete is defined as a structured article (e.g., a kit or a set) in the system. In SAP, structured articles have components that are linked to them, and these components cannot be deleted individually without affecting the integrity of the structured article.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships between the structured article and its components that prevent deletion. For example, if the structured article is part of a sales order, purchase order, or inventory record, the system