How To Fix CKTC048 - Cannot delete - object still being used

CKTC048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKTC - Messages for Current Costing

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Cannot delete - object still being used

What causes this issue?

This object cannot be deleted because iPPE assignments still exist.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Call up a where-used list with <ZK>Where-Used List</> and delete the
existing assignments. Then you can delete the object.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKTC048 - Cannot delete - object still being used ?

  The SAP error message CKTC048 "Cannot delete - object still being used" typically occurs when you attempt to delete a material master record, cost estimate, or other related objects that are still in use or referenced by other objects in the system. This is a common issue in SAP, particularly in the context of controlling (CO) and materials management (MM).
  
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The object you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other objects. For example, a cost estimate may be linked to a material that is still in use in production or sales orders.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or documents that are using the object, such as purchase orders, sales orders, or production orders.
  Dependencies: The object may have dependencies that prevent it from being deleted, such as being part of a cost center or internal order.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Dependencies: Use transaction codes like CK13N (Display Cost Estimate) or