How To Fix COCM182 - Initiating object record &1 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COCM - Order Change Management

• Message number: 182

• Message text: Initiating object record &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Initiating object record &V1& cannot be deleted, because the
corresponding procurement element change record &V2& is locked by user
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COCM182 - Initiating object record &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message COCM182, which states "Initiating object record &1 cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or project systems (PS) when you attempt to delete an object that is still being referenced or is part of a larger structure. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The object you are trying to delete has dependencies or is linked to other records. For example, it might be a cost center, internal order, or project that is still being used in transactions or reports.
  Status: The object may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For instance, if it is marked as "active" or "in use," the system will prevent deletion.
  Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations to delete the object can also trigger this error.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules, and if the object is part of a hierarchy or has