How To Fix DO713 - Data element & is still referenced

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 713

• Message text: Data element & is still referenced

What causes this issue?

The data element is still being used in other objects.

System Response

The data element is deleted although it is still in use.

How to fix this error?

Using the environment analyzer, check in which objects the data element
is still being used and adjust it accordingly. Create a data elemenet
with the same domain and link it with the objects.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO713 - Data element & is still referenced ?

  The SAP error message DO713 indicates that a data element is still being referenced in the system, which prevents it from being deleted or modified. This typically occurs when you attempt to delete or change a data element that is still in use by other objects, such as tables, structures, or programs.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The data element is actively referenced in one or more database tables, structures, or other data definitions.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies in the form of views, domains, or other data elements that rely on the data element you are trying to modify or delete.
  Custom Code: Custom programs or reports may also reference the data element, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify References:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check where the data element is being used. You can use the "Where-Used List" feature to find all references to the data element.
  Alternatively, you can use transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) to search for the data element and view its references.
  
  
  
  Remove or Modify References:
  
  Once you have identified the objects that reference the data element, you will need to either modify or remove those references.
  If the references are in custom code, you may need to update the code to use a different data element or to remove the dependency.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Requests:
  
  If the data element is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is not in a locked state or that it has been released.
  
  
  
  Recheck Deletion:
  
  After removing all references, try to delete or modify the data element again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of removing a reference, consult the documentation or seek advice from a colleague or SAP expert.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or known issues related to the error message DO713.
  
  
  Best Practices: Always ensure that you have a backup or a transport request in place before making changes to data elements or other critical objects in the SAP system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DO713 error and successfully modify or delete the data element in question.