How To Fix 881038 - Trade level is still used in Customizing

881038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Trade level is still used in Customizing

What causes this issue?

The trade level is still used as a default value in
<DS:TRAN.J7LRRE711000113>REA Customizing -> General Control ->
Common Company Codes</>.

System Response

Deletion is carried out.

How to fix this error?

Check Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881038 - Trade level is still used in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message 881038, which states "Trade level is still used in Customizing," typically occurs when you attempt to delete or modify a trade level in the SAP system that is still being referenced in the system's configuration or customizing settings. This can happen in various modules, such as Sales and Distribution (SD) or Material Management (MM), where trade levels are used to define pricing, discounts, or other trade-related parameters.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The trade level you are trying to delete or modify is still being referenced in one or more customizing settings.
  Dependent Objects: There may be dependent objects, such as pricing procedures, condition records, or other configurations that rely on the trade level.
  Incomplete Deletion Process: The deletion process may not have been completed properly, leaving residual references in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify References:
  
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the Customizing settings and check where the