How To Fix EEWA_RCI037 - Deletion not possible. Successor &1/&2 exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWA_RCI - Messages for Enhanced Container Management

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Deletion not possible. Successor &1/&2 exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWA_RCI037 - Deletion not possible. Successor &1/&2 exists ?

  The SAP error message EEWA_RCI037 "Deletion not possible. Successor &1/&2 exists" typically occurs when you attempt to delete a work breakdown structure (WBS) element or a project that has successor relationships with other elements. This means that there are dependent elements that rely on the existence of the element you are trying to delete.
  Cause:
  
  Successor Relationships: The element you are trying to delete has one or more successors. In project management, a successor is a task or element that follows another task or element in a sequence.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that deleting an element does not leave orphaned records or disrupt the project structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Successors:
  
  Use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display Project) to view the project structure and identify the successors of the WBS element or project you are trying to delete.
  Check the relationships and dependencies to understand which elements are linked.
  
  
  
  Remove Successor Relationships:
  
  If it is appropriate to do so, remove or change the successor relationships. This can be done in the Project Builder or by editing the relevant WBS elements.
  Ensure that any changes made do not violate project management principles or disrupt the overall project plan.
  
  
  
  Delete the Element:
  
  Once all successor relationships have been addressed, attempt to delete the WBS element or project again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting certain elements, consult your project management documentation or speak with a project manager or SAP consultant.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Besides successors, check for any other dependencies or constraints that might prevent deletion, such as assigned resources, costs, or other linked elements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N, CJ03, CJ02 (Change Project), and CJ01 (Create Project).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete WBS elements or projects in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EEWA_RCI037 error and successfully delete the desired WBS element or project.