How To Fix G0516 - Set &4 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Set &4 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You want to copy sets from &V1& &V2& to &V1& &V3&. The set &V4& should
have been deleted, either because you explicitly specified this or
because it is to be replaced by a set of the same name. However, the
set could not be deleted.

System Response

No sets were copied.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that you have authorization to delete sets.
Make sure that the set was not blocked during copying. This could have
happened if it was accessed by other transactions.
If the set is used in other sets that are not affected by the copying,
delete these sets separately.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0516 - Set &4 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message G0516, which states "Set &4 cannot be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a set (a collection of values or objects) that is currently in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. This error is common in the context of SAP's General Ledger (G/L) or other financial modules where sets are used for various purposes, such as reporting or data selection.
  Causes:
  
  In Use: The set you are trying to delete is currently being used in reports, queries, or other configurations.
  Dependencies: There may be other objects or configurations that depend on the set, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to delete the set.
  System Lock: The set might be locked by another user or process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Usage: Before attempting to delete the set, check if it is being used in any reports, queries, or other configurations. You can do this by reviewing