How To Fix CMM_ALLOC028 - Deletion of term or condition not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_ALLOC - Allocation Messages

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Deletion of term or condition not possible

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Before you can delete a term or a condition, you must resolve this price
fixation group. For this, choose the <ZK>Future/Basis Price Fixation</>
view in the selection list.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_ALLOC028 - Deletion of term or condition not possible ?

  The SAP error message CMM_ALLOC028, which states "Deletion of term or condition not possible," typically occurs in the context of contract management or condition management within SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to delete a term or condition that is either still in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion.
  Causes:
  
  Active Usage: The term or condition you are trying to delete is currently being used in one or more documents, such as contracts, purchase orders, or sales orders.
  Dependencies: There may be other terms or conditions that depend on the term you are trying to delete, making it impossible to remove it without first addressing those dependencies.
  Status Issues: The term or condition may be in a status that does not allow for deletion (e.g., it may be locked or in a completed state).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the term or condition.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Usage: Review the term or condition to see if it is currently being used in any active documents. You can do this by checking related contracts or documents in the system.
  Remove Dependencies: If there are dependencies, you will need to remove or modify those dependencies before attempting to delete the term or condition.
  Change Status: If the term or condition is in a status that prevents deletion, consider changing its status to allow for deletion.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the term or condition has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing terms and conditions in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME32K (Change Contract), ME33K (Display Contract), or other related transaction codes that may help you navigate to the terms and conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.