How To Fix EEWMGBC236 - You cannot delete relationship type; Object relationship &1 is being used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWMGBC - GBC: GIS Business Connector

• Message number: 236

• Message text: You cannot delete relationship type; Object relationship &1 is being used

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete a relationship type for which tasks are
already defined.

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?

If you do want to delete the relationship type, proceed as follows:
Delete all tasks for relationship type.
Delete the relationship type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWMGBC236 - You cannot delete relationship type; Object relationship &1 is being used ?

  The SAP error message EEWMGBC236 indicates that you are trying to delete a relationship type in the system, but it cannot be deleted because it is currently being used by an object relationship. This is a common issue when managing relationships in SAP, particularly in modules like SAP EWM (Extended Warehouse Management) or other areas where object relationships are defined.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The relationship type you are attempting to delete is actively linked to one or more objects in the system.
  There may be existing data or configurations that depend on this relationship type, preventing its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the database tables that might be using the relationship type. Look for tables related to object relationships.
  You can also use transaction SWI1 to check for workflow instances that might be using the relationship.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If you find that the relationship type is being used, you will need to remove or modify the dependent objects or relationships before you can delete the relationship type.
  This may involve deleting or changing the configuration of the objects that are linked to the relationship type.
  
  
  
  Check Customizations:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements that utilize this relationship type, ensure that they are updated or removed accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of deleting the relationship type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the system to ensure that the relationship type can now be deleted without causing issues.
  
  
  
  Backup:
  
  Always ensure that you have a backup of your data and configurations before making changes to the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, SWI1, and others that can help you analyze and manage object relationships.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.