How To Fix /CFG/DB018 - Scope Item &1 cannot be deleted because dependent objects exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/DB -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Scope Item &1 cannot be deleted because dependent objects exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/DB018 - Scope Item &1 cannot be deleted because dependent objects exist ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/DB018 Scope Item &1 cannot be deleted because dependent objects exist typically occurs when you attempt to delete a scope item in the SAP system, but there are dependent objects or configurations that are still linked to that scope item. This is a common issue in SAP systems, especially when dealing with configuration items in the SAP Business Configuration (BC) or SAP S/4HANA Cloud environments.
  
  Cause:
  
  Dependent Objects: The scope item you are trying to delete has dependent objects, such as configuration settings, business processes, or other related items that are still in use.
  Active Usage: The scope item may be actively used in business processes or linked to other configurations, preventing its deletion.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that deleting a scope item does not lead to orphaned configurations or inconsistencies in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependent Objects:
  
  Use transaction