How To Fix FL250 - Function group & still contains function modules

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FL - Function Builder messages

• Message number: 250

• Message text: Function group & still contains function modules

What causes this issue?

You attempted to delete a function group which still contains function
modules.

System Response

You cannot delete a function group that still contains function modules
because the function modules may still be needed.

How to fix this error?

First, delete the function modules in the function group with the
relevant function in Transaction SE37 and then repeat the action.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FL250 - Function group & still contains function modules ?

  The SAP error message FL250 indicates that a function group still contains function modules, which means that the function group cannot be deleted or modified until all associated function modules are removed or deactivated. This error typically arises when you attempt to delete a function group that is still in use or has not been properly cleaned up.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Function Modules: The function group you are trying to delete still contains one or more function modules.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or references to the function group or its function modules in other parts of the system.
  Transport Requests: The function group might be part of a transport request that is still active or not fully processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FL250 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Function Modules:
  
  Go to transaction SE37 (Function Builder) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Enter the name of the function group and check for any existing function modules.
  If there are function modules, you will need to either delete them or deactivate them.
  
  
  
  Deactivate Function Modules:
  
  If you do not want to delete the function modules, you can deactivate them. This can be done by selecting the function module and choosing the "Deactivate" option.
  
  
  
  Delete Function Modules:
  
  If you are sure that the function modules are no longer needed, you can delete them. Make sure to do this carefully, as it may affect other parts of the application.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other objects (like programs, classes, or function calls) that depend on the function group or its modules. You can use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 to check for dependencies.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the function group is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is released and not in a pending state.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Deletion:
  
  Once all function modules are either deleted or deactivated, you can attempt to delete the function group again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE37: Function Builder
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on function groups and modules.
  Backup: Always ensure you have a backup or a transport request for any changes you make, especially when deleting objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FL250 error and successfully manage your function groups and modules in SAP.