How To Fix WSTRN083 - You cannot delete the prepack article &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTRN - Message for Prepack Creation and Planning Dialog

• Message number: 083

• Message text: You cannot delete the prepack article &1

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete prepack article &v1&, because that article is used in
some <DS:DE.WSTN_APPL>application</> documents and you may not be
authorized to delete it.

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?

Contact an administrator or someone authorized to delete the prepack
article.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTRN083 - You cannot delete the prepack article &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message WSTRN083:
  
  SAP Error Message: WSTRN083
  Text: You cannot delete the prepack article &1
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to delete a prepack article (a material that is defined as a prepack) in SAP. Prepack articles are special materials that consist of a fixed combination of other materials (components) sold together as a package. Because of their structure and dependencies, SAP restricts deletion of these articles directly to maintain data integrity.
  In other words, the system prevents deletion because the material is flagged as a prepack article, and deleting it could cause inconsistencies in sales documents, inventory, or master data.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Prepack articles are created and maintained in SAP Retail or Fashion Management modules.
  They are linked to component articles and have special handling in sales and inventory processes.
  Deleting a prepack article directly is not allowed if it is still active or linked to other data.
  The system enforces this to avoid breaking references or losing important configuration.
  
  
  Solution / How to resolve:
  
  
  Check if the article is a prepack article:
  
  Use transaction MM03 (Display Material) and check the material type or prepack indicator.
  Alternatively, check the prepack settings in the relevant customizing or master data.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or remove prepack status:
  
  If you want to delete the article, first remove the prepack status or unlink the components.
  This might involve:
  
  Deleting or adjusting the prepack configuration.
  Removing the article from any sales documents or stock.
  Ensuring no open sales orders or deliveries reference the prepack article.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check dependencies:
  
  Verify if the prepack article is used in sales orders, deliveries, or stock.
  Use transaction VA03 (Display Sales Order) or MB52 (Stock Overview) to check usage.
  
  
  
  Delete the prepack article after cleanup:
  
  Once the prepack status is removed and no dependencies exist, you can delete the article using standard material deletion transactions (e.g., MM06).
  
  
  
  Consult Retail/Fashion Management team:
  
  Since prepacks are often managed by specialized teams, coordinate with them to ensure proper handling.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Prepack articles are common in industries like fashion retail, where products are sold in fixed assortments.
  SAP Retail and SAP Fashion Management have specific functions and tables for managing prepacks.
  The error message is part of the standard checks to maintain master data consistency.
  If you are unsure about the impact of deleting a prepack article, consult SAP documentation or your SAP support team.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WSTRN083 - You cannot delete the prepack article &1
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to delete a material flagged as a prepack article
  
  
  Reason
  Prepack articles have dependencies and special handling
  
  
  Solution
  Remove prepack status, clear dependencies, then delete
  
  
  Transactions
  MM03 (Display Material), MM06 (Delete Material), VA03 (Display Sales Order), MB52 (Stock Overview)
  
  
  Notes
  Coordinate with Retail/Fashion Management teams
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific steps to remove the prepack status or check dependencies, please provide more details about your SAP system version and module.