How To Fix CM_EHFND_SPLCP001 - Cannot delete entry; at least one analyte must exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_SPLCP -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Cannot delete entry; at least one analyte must exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_SPLCP001 - Cannot delete entry; at least one analyte must exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_SPLCP001 ("Cannot delete entry; at least one analyte must exist") typically occurs in the context of managing substance or material data in SAP, particularly when dealing with the Substance and Product Lifecycle Management (SPL) module. This error indicates that you are trying to delete an entry (such as a substance or material) that still has associated analytes, which are essential components of the substance data.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected that the entry you are attempting to delete is still linked to one or more analytes. Analytes are critical for the substance's definition and cannot be removed until all associated analytes are deleted or disassociated from the substance.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Associated Analytes: 
  
  Navigate to the substance or material record you are trying to delete.
  Review the associated analytes to confirm which ones are linked to the entry.
  
  
  
  Delete or Disassociate Analytes:
  
  If you determine that the analytes are no longer needed, delete them from the system.
  If you need to keep the analytes, consider disassociating them from the substance before attempting to delete the substance itself.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Deletion:
  
  Once all associated analytes have been removed or disassociated, try deleting the entry again.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the substance that might prevent deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C223 (for managing substances) or C201 (for managing analytes) to navigate the system effectively.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to delete substances and analytes in the SAP system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing substances and analytes.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your substance and analyte data in SAP.