How To Fix FMEUF075 - Change of attribues not allowed. Source type is still in use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMEUF - Expenditure Certification

• Message number: 075

• Message text: Change of attribues not allowed. Source type is still in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMEUF075 - Change of attribues not allowed. Source type is still in use ?

  The SAP error message FMEUF075 indicates that there is an attempt to change attributes of a source type that is currently in use. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) or similar modules where source types are defined for various business processes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to modify attributes of a source type (like a business partner, property, or contract) that is actively being used in transactions or linked to other objects.
  The system has restrictions in place to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies or data integrity issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Usage: Identify where the source type is currently in use. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing transactions or objects that reference the source type.
  Using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the tables related to the source type.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Unlink: If possible, deactivate or unlink the source type from the transactions or objects that are currently using it. This may involve:
  
  Closing open transactions.
  Deleting or archiving records that reference the source type.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If the source type is in use due to ongoing processes (like workflows or batch jobs), wait for those processes to complete before attempting to change the attributes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or best practices for handling source types.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you analyze the situation, such as:
  
  SE11 (Data Dictionary)
  SE16 (Data Browser)
  SE80 (Object Navigator)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error FMEUF075 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  Data Integrity: Understand the importance of data integrity in SAP systems, as changes to source types can have cascading effects on related data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.