How To Fix FAA_CFG_CHECK118 - ValView &1 must not be deleted because it is still used in Customizing

FAA_CFG_CHECK118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_CFG_CHECK - Message Class for consistency check of CFG objects

• Message number: 118

• Message text: ValView &1 must not be deleted because it is still used in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK118 - ValView &1 must not be deleted because it is still used in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK118 indicates that a specific valuation view (ValView) cannot be deleted because it is still being referenced in the system's Customizing settings. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you attempt to delete a valuation view that is still in use.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The valuation view you are trying to delete is still being used in various configurations or settings within the Asset Accounting module.
  Customizing Settings: The valuation view may be linked to specific configurations, such as depreciation areas, asset classes, or other related settings that prevent its deletion.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify References:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 or OAYZ to check where the valuation view is being used. Look for any configurations that reference the valuation view you want to delete.
  You can also check the Customizing settings in the Asset Accounting area to see if the valuation view is