How To Fix AO232 - Appropriation request type &1 is still being used

AO232 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 232

• Message text: Appropriation request type &1 is still being used

What causes this issue?

Appropriation request type &V1& is still used in appropriation
requests.

System Response

Appropriation request type &V1& cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

Before deleting the appropriation request type, you have to delete all
appropriation requests that have this type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO232 - Appropriation request type &1 is still being used ?

  The SAP error message AO232 indicates that an appropriation request type is still in use, which prevents certain actions from being performed on it, such as deletion or modification. This error typically arises in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when trying to delete or change an appropriation request that is currently being referenced or utilized in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The appropriation request type is linked to existing transactions, such as asset acquisitions, transfers, or other postings.
  Open Periods: There may be open periods in which the appropriation request is still being utilized.
  Incomplete Processing: The appropriation request may be in a state that requires completion or further processing before it can be modified or deleted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check References: Use transaction codes like AO03 (Display Asset) or AO02 (Change Asset) to check if there are any assets or transactions that are still referencing the appropriation request type.
  Review Open Periods: Ensure that there are no