How To Fix AP356 - Scale could not be deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Scale could not be deleted.

What causes this issue?

When you tried to delete a scale (for an object type), the system
discovered that there is still a lower value limit for this scale (and
object type).

System Response

The scale was not deleted.

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete this scale you must first delete the relevant
lower value limits.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP356 - Scale could not be deleted. ?

  The SAP error message AP356 ("Scale could not be deleted") typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a scale (such as a pricing scale or a quantity scale) that is still in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active Dependencies: The scale is being referenced in other documents or configurations, such as pricing conditions, contracts, or sales orders.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the scale.
  Data Integrity Constraints: The system may have integrity constraints that prevent the deletion of the scale if it is linked to other data.
  Incorrect Status: The scale may be in a status that does not allow for deletion (e.g., it may be marked as "active" or "in use").
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Review the scale to see if it is being used in any pricing conditions, contracts, or other related documents. You can use transaction codes like VK13 (Display Condition) to check if the scale is referenced.
  If it is in use, you will need to remove or update those references before attempting to delete the scale.
  
  
  
  Change Status: 
  
  If the scale is in an active status, consider changing its status to inactive if applicable. This may allow you to delete it later.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to delete the scale has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust permissions.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: 
  
  Use transaction codes like V/06 (Maintain Pricing Procedures) or V/07 (Maintain Condition Types) to manage scales and check their configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to pricing scales and conditions for additional guidance on managing and deleting scales.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing pricing and scales, such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AP356 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.