How To Fix GHO_BO053 - Frequency &1 is being used and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_BO -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Frequency &1 is being used and cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The selected frequency is either used in one of the following processes:
Allocation Rule
Measurement configuration

System Response

The selected frequency cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the frequency to be deleted is not used on any of the
processes mentioned in the cause.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_BO053 - Frequency &1 is being used and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message GHO_BO053 indicates that a frequency (in this case, represented by &1) is currently in use and cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of managing business objects or scheduling tasks within SAP, where certain frequencies are tied to existing processes or configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The frequency you are trying to delete is currently assigned to one or more business objects, jobs, or scheduling tasks.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other configurations that prevent the deletion of the frequency.
  System Constraints: The system may have constraints that protect certain frequencies from being deleted to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Usage: 
  
  Check where the frequency is being used. You can do this by reviewing the relevant business objects, jobs, or scheduling tasks that may be linked to the frequency.
  Use transaction codes like SM37 (for job monitoring) or SCHEDULER to find jobs that reference the frequency.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If you find that the frequency is linked to a job or task, you will need to either delete or modify those jobs/tasks to remove the dependency on the frequency.
  Ensure that no other configurations are using the frequency.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of deleting the frequency.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to identify the usage or if the frequency is critical, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage business objects and scheduling tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  System Configuration: Review your system configuration to ensure that it aligns with best practices for managing frequencies and scheduling tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage the frequency in question.