How To Fix 60398 - There are still references to LO &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 398

• Message text: There are still references to LO &

What causes this issue?

A rental agreement can contain a reference to another rental agreement.
This result in a main rental agreement and several assigned sub-
agreements. A rental agreement can however only be deleted if no
reference is made to it by any other rental agreement.

System Response

The function cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Delete the references.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60398 - There are still references to LO & ?

  The SAP error message 60398, which states "There are still references to LO &," typically occurs in the context of Logistics and Inventory Management when you are trying to delete or change a Logistics Object (LO) that still has references in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when attempting to delete a material, a storage location, or a similar object that is still being used in transactions or has dependencies.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of existing references to the Logistics Object you are trying to delete or modify. These references can include:
  
  Open purchase orders
  Open sales orders
  Stock movements
  Inventory records
  Other dependent objects or transactions
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify and eliminate the references to the Logistics Object. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify References: Use transaction codes like ME2N (for purchase orders), VA03 (for sales orders), or MB52 (for stock overview) to check for any existing references to the object you are trying to delete.
  
  
  Delete or Modify Dependent Objects: If you find any dependent objects (like open orders or stock), you will need to either delete or modify them. This may involve:
  
  Closing or deleting open purchase orders or sales orders.
  Adjusting stock levels or performing necessary inventory transactions.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Programs or Enhancements: Sometimes, custom programs or enhancements may hold references to the Logistics Object. Review any custom developments that might be affecting the object.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes for Cleanup: Depending on the object type, you may need to use specific transaction codes to clean up references. For example:
  
  Use transaction code ME22N to change or delete purchase orders.
  Use transaction code VL02N to change or delete delivery documents.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific object type for additional guidance on how to handle references.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if the references are not easily identifiable.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing logistics objects, such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and MB1A (Goods Withdrawal).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to error message 60398.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional details that may help identify the source of the references.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 60398 and successfully manage the Logistics Object in question.