How To Fix CM_EHENV_MDEF074 - Cannot delete; the data collection records are referenced in a deviation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHENV_MDEF -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Cannot delete; the data collection records are referenced in a deviation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHENV_MDEF074 - Cannot delete; the data collection records are referenced in a deviation ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHENV_MDEF074 indicates that you are trying to delete data collection records that are still being referenced in a deviation. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, where data collections are often linked to various regulatory or compliance-related deviations.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the data collection records you are attempting to delete are still in use or linked to existing deviations. In SAP EHS, deviations may be associated with specific data collections for tracking compliance, incidents, or other regulatory requirements. If a data collection is referenced in a deviation, it cannot be deleted until the reference is removed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Deviation: Determine which deviation is referencing the data collection records you are trying to delete. You can do this by checking the deviation records in the system.
  
  
  Remove the Reference: Once you have identified the deviation, you will need to either:
  
  Modify the deviation to remove the reference to the data collection records.
  Delete the deviation if it is no longer needed (ensure that this action complies with your organization's data retention policies).
  
  
  
  Delete the Data Collection: After removing the references in the deviation, you should be able to delete the data collection records without encountering the error.
  
  
  Check for Other References: If you still encounter issues, ensure that there are no other references to the data collection records in other areas of the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP EHS, such as:
  
  CVD1: Create Deviation
  CVD2: Change Deviation
  CVD3: Display Deviation
  CVD4: Delete Deviation
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to modify or delete deviations and data collections.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing deviations and data collections in EHS.
  
  
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the data collection records.