How To Fix 44101 - &: Deletion not allowed, still used in &

44101 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 44 - Dictionary authorization messages

• Message number: 101

• Message text: &: Deletion not allowed, still used in &

What causes this issue?

You may not delete the specified object as it is still used in other
objects.

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?

Before you can delete the object, you must delete all existing
occurrences of the object in other objects.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 44101 - &: Deletion not allowed, still used in & ?

  The SAP error message 44101, which states "Deletion not allowed, still used in &," typically occurs when you attempt to delete an object (such as a master data record, configuration, or other entity) that is still being referenced or used in the system. This is a safeguard to prevent data integrity issues, as deleting an object that is still in use could lead to inconsistencies or errors in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You try to delete a record that is still linked to other records or transactions.
  The object is part of a configuration or setup that is currently active or in use.
  There are dependencies or references in other modules or components that prevent deletion.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies: Check where the object is being used. This may involve looking at related tables, transactions, or configurations that reference the object you are trying to delete.
  
  
  Remove