How To Fix AD264 - Data element & not deleted

AD264 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Data element & not deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD264 - Data element & not deleted ?

  The SAP error message AD264 ("Data element & not deleted") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a data element in the SAP system, but the system prevents the deletion due to certain dependencies or constraints. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Dependencies: The data element you are trying to delete is still being used in one or more database tables, structures, or other data elements. SAP does not allow the deletion of objects that are still in use to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Active Objects: If there are active objects (like domains, data elements, or structures) that reference the data element, it cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the data element is part of a transport request that has not been released or is still in use, it may prevent deletion.
  
  
  Custom Code: Custom programs or function modules may reference the data element, which would also prevent its