How To Fix CRM_SPL_BUPA_PROFILE003 - Profile (&1) &2 is currently in use and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_SPL_BUPA_PROFILE - Message Class for Profiles, General Part

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Profile (&1) &2 is currently in use and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_SPL_BUPA_PROFILE003 - Profile (&1) &2 is currently in use and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message "CRM_SPL_BUPA_PROFILE003 Profile (&1) &2 is currently in use and cannot be deleted" typically occurs when you attempt to delete a business partner profile that is currently being utilized in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when the profile is assigned to a business partner, transaction, or any other object that is actively using it.
  Cause:
  
  Active Assignments: The profile you are trying to delete is assigned to one or more business partners or transactions.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or processes that are using the profile.
  System Locks: The profile might be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Assignments:
  
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or CRMD_ORDER (for CRM orders) to check if the profile is assigned to any business partners or transactions.
  Navigate to the relevant business partner or transaction and see if the profile is in use.
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments:
  
  If you find that the profile is assigned to a business partner, you will need to remove the assignment before attempting to delete the profile.
  Go to the business partner or transaction and remove the profile assignment.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no open transactions that are using the profile. If there are, you may need to complete or close those transactions.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  If the profile is locked, you can check the lock entries using transaction SM12. Look for any locks related to the profile and resolve them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Delete the Profile:
  
  Once you have ensured that the profile is no longer in use, you can attempt to delete it again using the appropriate transaction (e.g., BP for business partner profiles).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, CRMD_ORDER, and SM12.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify business partner profiles.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing business partner profiles and understanding their dependencies.
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.