How To Fix ARBFND_CFG_WEBUI033 - Ariba Network ID &1 cannot be deleted; it is still used in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBFND_CFG_WEBUI - Messages for CFG WebUI

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Ariba Network ID &1 cannot be deleted; it is still used in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBFND_CFG_WEBUI033 - Ariba Network ID &1 cannot be deleted; it is still used in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message ARBFND_CFG_WEBUI033 indicates that you are trying to delete an Ariba Network ID that is still being referenced in the system's Customizing settings. This typically occurs when there are dependencies or configurations that rely on the specific Ariba Network ID, preventing its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Active Configuration: The Ariba Network ID is linked to certain configurations or settings in the SAP system that are still active.
  Dependencies: There may be other objects, such as documents, workflows, or settings, that are using this Ariba Network ID.
  Customizing Settings: The ID might be part of a Customizing table or configuration that has not been updated or removed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check the Customizing settings in the SAP system to identify where the Ariba Network ID is being used. This may involve looking into various configuration tables or settings related to Ariba integration.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  Once you identify where the Ariba Network ID is being referenced, you will need to remove or update those references. This could involve:
  
  Deleting or modifying related configurations.
  Updating workflows or documents that reference the ID.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Tables:
  
  Look into specific Customizing tables that might hold references to the Ariba Network ID. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to explore these tables.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test to ensure that the Ariba Network ID is no longer in use and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion:
  
  Once all references have been removed, attempt to delete the Ariba Network ID again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Ariba integration to understand the specific configurations and dependencies.
  Support: If you are unable to identify the dependencies or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  Change Management: Ensure that any changes made to the Customizing settings are documented and follow your organization's change management processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the Ariba Network ID.