How To Fix WU469 - Material & cannot be deleted -> Subsequent processing started

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WU - Promotion management messages

• Message number: 469

• Message text: Material & cannot be deleted -> Subsequent processing started

What causes this issue?

The material can no longer be deleted as you have already carried out
subsequent processing for this material.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WU469 - Material & cannot be deleted -> Subsequent processing started ?

  The SAP error message WU469 ("Material & cannot be deleted -> Subsequent processing started") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a material that is still being processed in some way. This could be due to various reasons, such as open purchase orders, production orders, or other transactions that reference the material.
  Causes:
  
  Open Purchase Orders: If there are open purchase orders that include the material, it cannot be deleted.
  Production Orders: If there are production orders that reference the material, it will prevent deletion.
  Stock in Inventory: If there is stock of the material in inventory, it cannot be deleted.
  Sales Orders: If there are sales orders that include the material, it will also prevent deletion.
  Dependent Objects: Other dependent objects or transactions that reference the material can also cause this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Open Transactions:
  
  Use transaction codes like ME2N (for purchase orders), CO03 (for production orders), or VA03 (for sales orders) to check if there are any open transactions related to the material.
  If there are open transactions, you will need to either close them or delete them before you can delete the material.
  
  
  
  Check Stock Levels:
  
  Use transaction code MMBE to check if there is any stock of the material. If stock exists, you will need to either sell it, transfer it, or adjust it before deletion.
  
  
  
  Delete Dependent Objects:
  
  If there are dependent objects (like BOMs, routings, etc.), you may need to delete or deactivate them first.
  
  
  
  Use the Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction MM02) and check the status of the material. You may need to mark it for deletion instead of deleting it outright.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting the material, consult with your team or a SAP specialist to ensure that you are not disrupting any business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  MM02: Change Material Master
  ME2N: Purchase Orders by Material
  CO03: Display Production Order
  VA03: Display Sales Order
  MMBE: Stock Overview
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on material management and deletion processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.