How To Fix EEWA_WA101 - Deletion failed: Hardware profile is used in profile group &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWA_WA - Weighing System

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Deletion failed: Hardware profile is used in profile group &1

What causes this issue?

The entry to be deleted is used in a profile group.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Delete the corresponding assignment in transaction <DS:TRAN.EWAWAT003>
EWAWAT003</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWA_WA101 - Deletion failed: Hardware profile is used in profile group &1 ?

  The SAP error message EEWA_WA101 indicates that a deletion attempt for a hardware profile has failed because the profile is currently being used in a profile group. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or similar modules where hardware profiles are associated with various configurations.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you try to delete a hardware profile that is still linked to one or more profile groups. In SAP, profile groups are collections of hardware profiles that are used for various purposes, such as maintenance planning or resource allocation. If a hardware profile is actively being referenced in a profile group, it cannot be deleted until that reference is removed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Profile Group: Determine which profile group is using the hardware profile you are trying to delete. The error message usually provides the profile group identifier (denoted as &1).
  
  
  Remove the Hardware Profile from the Profile Group:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP where you can manage profile groups (e.g., transaction code IE02 for changing equipment or IP02 for maintenance plans).
  Locate the profile group that is using the hardware profile.
  Remove the reference to the hardware profile from the profile group.
  
  
  
  Delete the Hardware Profile: Once the hardware profile is no longer referenced in any profile group, you can attempt to delete it again.
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies: If the deletion still fails, ensure that the hardware profile is not being used in any other configurations or objects within SAP. This may include checking for links in maintenance plans, task lists, or other related objects.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IE02, IP02, or IP03 for managing equipment and maintenance plans.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to modify or delete hardware profiles and profile groups.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing hardware profiles and profile groups.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the hardware profile. If issues persist, consider consulting with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.