How To Fix EC229 - Selected function key setting has been deleted with references

EC229 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Selected function key setting has been deleted with references

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC229 - Selected function key setting has been deleted with references ?

  The SAP error message EC229, which states "Selected function key setting has been deleted with references," typically occurs when a function key setting that is being referenced in the system has been deleted or is no longer available. This can happen in various contexts, such as when customizing user interfaces or when specific function keys are configured for certain transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Function Key Settings: The function key settings that were previously configured have been deleted from the system.
  Reference Integrity Issues: There may be references to function keys in user profiles or transaction codes that no longer exist.
  Transport Issues: If function key settings were transported from one system to another, and the target system does not have the necessary configurations, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Function Key Settings: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., transaction SE41 for SAP GUI function keys) and verify if the function key settings exist.
  If they have