How To Fix FINCS_MD_ADH012 - Ad hoc set &1 is still referenced by ad hoc item &2.

FINCS_MD_ADH012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINCS_MD_ADH - Consolidation - Ad Hoc Set Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Ad hoc set &1 is still referenced by ad hoc item &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINCS_MD_ADH012 - Ad hoc set &1 is still referenced by ad hoc item &2. ?

  The SAP error message FINCS_MD_ADH012 indicates that an ad hoc set (identified by &1) is still being referenced by an ad hoc item (identified by &2). This typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules where ad hoc reporting or data sets are used.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete or modify an ad hoc set that is still in use by one or more ad hoc items. This can happen if:
  
  The ad hoc set is linked to reports or analyses that are currently active.
  There are dependencies that have not been resolved, meaning that the ad hoc item is still referencing the set.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies: Check which ad hoc items are referencing the ad hoc set. You can do this by reviewing the configuration or settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Remove References: Before you can delete or modify the ad hoc