How To Fix CU060 - Dependency & is in use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CU - Variants / configuration messages

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Dependency & is in use

What causes this issue?

You want to change the type of a dependency. However, the dependency is
already in use.

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?

Check whether you really want to change the dependency type.
To see a list of objects to which the dependency is allocated, choose
<LS>Tools -> Where-used list</>. From this list, you can display the
object itself.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CU060 - Dependency & is in use ?

  The SAP error message CU060, which states "Dependency & is in use," typically occurs in the context of configuration management, particularly when dealing with the configuration of materials or products in SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) module. This error indicates that a dependency (such as a constraint or rule) is currently being utilized in a configuration and cannot be modified or deleted until it is no longer in use.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The dependency you are trying to modify or delete is currently being referenced by one or more configurations or objects in the system.
  Locked Objects: The dependency might be locked due to ongoing transactions or processes that are using it.
  Incorrect Deletion Attempt: Attempting to delete or change a dependency that is still linked to a configuration profile or variant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage: Identify where the dependency is being used. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like CU50 (Configuration Profile) or CU60 (Dependency Management) to check the dependencies and their usage.
  Reviewing the configuration profiles or materials that reference the dependency.
  
  
  
  Remove References: If you find that the dependency is being used in a configuration, you will need to:
  
  Remove or modify the references to the dependency in the relevant configuration profiles or materials.
  Ensure that no active transactions are using the dependency.
  
  
  
  Unlock Objects: If the dependency is locked, you may need to wait for the transaction to complete or manually unlock it if you have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing dependencies in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CU01 to create dependencies.
  CU02 to change dependencies.
  CU03 to display dependencies.
  CU50 for configuration profiles.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address issues related to dependency management.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on Variant Configuration and dependency management to better understand how to manage dependencies effectively.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CU060 error and manage your dependencies in SAP more effectively.