How To Fix CM_PHRASE_API001 - The phrase &1 is used in other objects

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_PHRASE_API - API Phrases

• Message number: 001

• Message text: The phrase &1 is used in other objects

What causes this issue?

The phrase v&1v is used in other objects, for example:
As a value assignment
As a text in a report
As a text in dangerous goods documents
As an attribute in dangerous goods

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_PHRASE_API001 - The phrase &1 is used in other objects ?

  The SAP error message CM_PHRASE_API001 indicates that a phrase (or text element) you are trying to delete or modify is currently being used in other objects within the SAP system. This is a common issue when dealing with phrases in the context of SAP's classification system or text management.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the phrase you are attempting to change or delete is still referenced by other objects, such as:
  
  Classification objects
  Material master records
  Document types
  Other text elements
  
  SAP enforces this restriction to maintain data integrity and ensure that all references to the phrase are valid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify References: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check where the phrase is being used. You can look for the phrase in relevant tables, such as TSPHRASE or TSPHRASE_TEXT.
  You can also use the Where-Used List functionality in the SAP GUI to find all objects that