How To Fix CMS_AST026 - Sub-asset &1 cannot be deleted; it is linked to &2 &3

CMS_AST026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST - Message Class for Asset

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Sub-asset &1 cannot be deleted; it is linked to &2 &3

What causes this issue?

Specified sub-asset is linked to either a business partner or a
document. Therefore, you cannot delete the sub-asset.

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?

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 CMS_AST026 - Sub-asset &1 cannot be deleted; it is linked to &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST026 indicates that a sub-asset cannot be deleted because it is linked to another asset or object. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) within the SAP system, where assets and their sub-assets are managed.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete a sub-asset that has dependencies or links to other assets or objects. The specific message format Sub-asset &1 cannot be deleted; it is linked to &2 &3 indicates that the sub-asset identified by &1 is associated with another asset or object identified by &2 and &3. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Active Transactions: The sub-asset may be involved in ongoing transactions or processes.
  Depreciation: The sub-asset may have depreciation postings that need to be cleared before deletion.
  Linkage to Other Assets: The sub-asset may be linked to a parent asset or other related assets.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the