How To Fix EAMS_BO123 - Deletion not possible; causes are assigned

EAMS_BO123 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAMS_BO - Business Object Layer

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Deletion not possible; causes are assigned

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EAMS_BO123 - Details

• The SAP error message EAMS_BO123, which states "Deletion not possible; causes are assigned," typically occurs in the context of Asset Management or similar modules where you are trying to delete a business object (like a maintenance order, asset, etc.) that has dependencies or assignments that prevent its deletion.
  Causes:
  
  Assigned Dependencies: The object you are trying to delete has other objects or records that are linked to it. For example, if you are trying to delete a maintenance order, it may have assigned tasks, notifications, or other related documents.
  Status Restrictions: The object may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For instance, if the object is completed or closed, it may not be eligible for deletion.
  Data Integrity Constraints: SAP enforces data integrity, and if there are related records that depend on the object, it will prevent deletion to maintain consistency in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the object for any linked