How To Fix AM068 - The address was not deleted; there are assignments to persons

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 068

• Message text: The address was not deleted; there are assignments to persons

What causes this issue?

Assignments of persons to this address still exist.

System Response

The address can not be deleted.

How to fix this error?

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM068 - The address was not deleted; there are assignments to persons ?

  The SAP error message AM068 indicates that an address cannot be deleted because there are existing assignments to persons. This typically occurs in the context of managing master data in SAP, particularly when dealing with address data linked to personnel or other entities.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete an address record that is still associated with one or more personnel records or other entities. In SAP, addresses are often linked to various master data records, and the system prevents deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify and remove the assignments that are preventing the address from being deleted. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify Assignments:
  
  Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check which personnel records are linked to the address.
  Look for any other entities (like vendors, customers, etc.) that might be using the address.
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments:
  
  Once you have identified the personnel or entities linked to the address, you will need to either:
  
  Change the address for those personnel/entities to a different one.
  Delete the personnel or entity records if they are no longer needed (ensure this is compliant with your organization's data management policies).
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete the Address:
  
  After removing all assignments, you can attempt to delete the address again using the appropriate transaction (e.g., BP for Business Partner, OAD1 for address management).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces these constraints to ensure that there are no orphaned records or inconsistencies in the database.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data, such as BP (Business Partner), PA20, PA30, and others depending on your specific SAP module.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to personnel records and addresses.
  Documentation: Always refer to your organization's documentation or SAP Help Portal for specific guidelines related to your SAP implementation.
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.