How To Fix AP057 - Program type &1 is still used in inv. program &2/&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Program type &1 is still used in inv. program &2/&3

What causes this issue?

You want to delete program type &V1&, although it is still in use in
capital-investment program &V2& - &V3&.

System Response

You cannot delete the program type.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you really want to delete program type &V1&. Then delete
all the capital-investment program which use this program type. You
can determine which these are by using the entry tool in the capital-
investment program display.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP057 - Program type &1 is still used in inv. program &2/&3 ?

  The SAP error message AP057 indicates that a program type is still being used in an investment program. This typically occurs when you attempt to delete or modify a program type that is currently associated with an investment program in the system.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to delete or change a program type that is linked to an investment program.
  The program type is still active or has not been fully deactivated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Program Type Usage:
  
  Use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display Project) to check if the program type is still being used in any investment programs.
  Identify the investment program(s) that are using the program type in question.
  
  
  
  Remove Associations:
  
  If the program type is still in use, you will need to remove its association from the investment program. This may involve:
  
  Modifying the investment program to no longer reference the program type.
  Deleting any related projects or elements that are using the program type.
  
  
  
  
  
  Deactivate the Program Type:
  
  Once the program type is no longer in use, you can deactivate it. This is typically done in the configuration settings for investment management.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the program type in other areas of the system that might prevent its deletion or modification.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps related to your version of SAP, as the process may vary slightly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N, CJ03, OIMT, and OIMB for managing investment programs and program types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to investment programs and program types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.