How To Fix CACSBAS757 - Because of versioning, Customizing entry may not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSBAS - Commissions: General Service Messages

• Message number: 757

• Message text: Because of versioning, Customizing entry may not be deleted

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete a Customizing entry that is part of versioning.
Versions of objects can never be deleted. They can only be made
invalid.

System Response

It is not possible to carry out this command.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSBAS757 - Because of versioning, Customizing entry may not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CACSBAS757 indicates that a customizing entry cannot be deleted due to versioning issues. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Customizing settings, where certain entries are versioned to maintain historical data or to prevent accidental deletions.
  Cause:
  
  Versioning: The entry you are trying to delete is part of a versioned customizing object. SAP uses versioning to keep track of changes and to allow for rollback if necessary.
  Active Versions: There may be active versions of the customizing entry that prevent deletion. This is often the case in environments where changes are tracked and managed through transport requests.
  Dependencies: The entry may be linked to other customizing settings or objects, which can also prevent deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Versions: Use transaction codes like SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) or SE10 (Transport Organizer) to check the versions of the customizing entry. Identify if there are any active versions that need to be addressed.
  Delete or Archive Versions: If you find that there are older versions that are no longer needed, you may need to delete or archive them. This can often be done through the customizing transaction where the entry was created.
  Review Dependencies: Check if the entry is linked to other objects. If it is, you may need to remove those dependencies before you can delete the entry.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific customizing object you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or procedures for handling versioned entries.
  Transport Requests: If the entry is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is released and that there are no pending changes that could be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Builder) to navigate and manage customizing entries.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific customizing object or error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete customizing entries. Lack of proper permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration and versioning setup in your system.