How To Fix AP357 - &1 scales could not be deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 357

• Message text: &1 scales could not be deleted.

What causes this issue?

When you tried to delete scales &V1& (for certain object types), the
system discovered that there are still lower value limits for these
scales.

System Response

The scales &V1& could not be deleted.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP357 - &1 scales could not be deleted. ?

  The SAP error message AP357, which states that "&1 scales could not be deleted," typically occurs in the context of managing scales in the SAP system, particularly in the areas of pricing or conditions. This error indicates that there is an issue preventing the deletion of a scale entry, which could be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Dependencies: The scale you are trying to delete may be linked to other objects or transactions, such as pricing conditions, contracts, or sales orders.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the scale.
  Data Integrity: The scale might be part of a larger dataset that is currently being used or locked by another process.
  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").
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the deletion of scales under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies related to the scale. Ensure that there are no active transactions or conditions that reference the scale you are trying to delete.
  User Authorization: Verify that the user attempting to delete the scale has the appropriate authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Unlock Data: If the scale is locked by another process, you may need to wait until that process is completed or manually unlock the data if appropriate.
  Change Status: If the scale is in an incorrect status, you may need to change its status to allow for deletion. This could involve setting it to "inactive" or similar.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the scale management in your version of SAP.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like SE11 for data dictionary, SE16 for table display) to investigate the underlying data and dependencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to pricing and conditions, such as VK11 (Create Condition), VK12 (Change Condition), and VK13 (Display Condition).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.