How To Fix AM460 - Only reference deleted; other reference to person exists

AM460 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Only reference deleted; other reference to person exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM460 - Only reference deleted; other reference to person exists ?

  The SAP error message AM460 ("Only reference deleted; other reference to person exists") typically occurs in the context of asset management or personnel management when you attempt to delete a reference to a person (such as an employee or a contact) that is still linked to other records in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the reference you are trying to delete is still associated with other records or objects in the SAP system. This means that while you may have successfully deleted one reference, there are still other references that prevent the complete deletion of the person or entity in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing References: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the database tables related to the person or entity you are trying to delete. Look for any existing references in tables such as PA0001 (HR Master Record) or ANLA (Asset