How To Fix CMS_RE078 - Real estate type cannot be deleted; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_RE - Message class for CMS Real Estate Add On

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Real estate type cannot be deleted; see long text

What causes this issue?

Existing real estates are assigned to real estate type &V1&. You must
first delete the real estate objects assigned to the real estate type.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_RE078 - Real estate type cannot be deleted; see long text ?

  The SAP error message CMS_RE078 indicates that a real estate type cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (RE) when you attempt to delete a real estate type that is still in use or has dependencies.
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The real estate type you are trying to delete may be linked to existing objects, such as contracts, properties, or other data entries that reference this type.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings may prevent the deletion of real estate types that are still active or in use.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that deleting a real estate type does not lead to orphaned records or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the real estate type, check for any existing objects that are associated with it. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing contracts, properties, or any other related entries that might be using the real estate type.
  Using transaction codes like RECN (Real Estate Contract Management) or REIS (Real Estate Information System) to find related data.
  
  
  
  Remove Associations: If you find that there are objects associated with the real estate type, you will need to either delete or modify those objects to remove the association with the real estate type.
  
  
  Change Status: If the real estate type is still active, consider changing its status to inactive instead of deleting it. This can often be done in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions on managing real estate types and understanding the implications of deletion.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP Real Estate Management, such as RECN, REIS, and others that may help you navigate and manage real estate types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the CMS_RE078 error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete or modify real estate types in your SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.