How To Fix G0132 - Cons unit set &1 cannot be deleted in target dimension &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Cons unit set &1 cannot be deleted in target dimension &2

What causes this issue?

You want to copy sets of consolidation units, and selected the option
"Existing settings: Delete all" on the selection screen in order to
delete all sets of cons units in target dimension &V2&.
Set &V1& cannot be deleted.
Possible reasons:
The set is contained in other sets that are not for deletion.
The set was locked by another user when the system tried to delete it.
You do not have authorization to delete this set.

System Response

No cons unit sets were copied to dimension &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that:
Set &V1& is no longer locked by another user.
You have authorization to delete sets.
Try to copy the cons unit sets again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0132 - Cons unit set &1 cannot be deleted in target dimension &2 ?

  The SAP error message G0132, which states "Cons unit set &1 cannot be deleted in target dimension &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an attempt to delete a consolidation unit set that is still in use or has dependencies in the target dimension.
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The consolidation unit set you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other objects, such as reports, queries, or other consolidation unit sets.
  Active Usage: The unit set may be actively used in the current planning or consolidation process, preventing its deletion.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that deleting a unit set does not lead to inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the consolidation unit set, check for any dependencies. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing the reports, queries, or other objects that reference the unit set.
  Using transaction codes like RSRT (for reporting) or RSO2 (for InfoObjects) to identify where the unit set is being used.
  
  
  
  Remove References: If you find that the unit set is being used, you will need to remove those references before you can delete it. This may involve:
  
  Modifying or deleting reports or queries that use the unit set.
  Updating any planning or consolidation processes that reference the unit set.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Processes: Ensure that there are no active planning or consolidation processes that are using the unit set. If there are, you may need to complete or terminate those processes.
  
  
  Use the Correct Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the unit set. Sometimes, lack of permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to your version of SAP BPC or BW, as the steps may vary slightly.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BPC for Business Planning and Consolidation or SE11 for Data Dictionary to check the structure of the unit set.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.