How To Fix DGA151 - Dangerous goods text pattern profile &1 is already being used

DGA151 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DGA - DG: Messages for Dangerous Goods Management (A)

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Dangerous goods text pattern profile &1 is already being used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DGA151 - Dangerous goods text pattern profile &1 is already being used ?

  The SAP error message DGA151 indicates that a dangerous goods text pattern profile is already in use, which prevents you from making changes or deleting it. This error typically arises in the context of managing dangerous goods data in SAP, particularly when dealing with hazardous materials and their associated documentation.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to create, modify, or delete a dangerous goods text pattern profile that is currently assigned to a material, shipment, or other relevant object in the system. The system enforces this restriction to maintain data integrity and ensure that all references to the profile are valid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage: Determine where the dangerous goods text pattern profile is being used. You can do this by checking the materials, shipments, or other objects that may be linked to the profile.
  
  
  Remove Assignments: If you find that the profile is assigned to any