How To Fix GHO_MEAS013 - Measurement group &1 is used in measuring point; deletion not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_MEAS - Message class for Measurements

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Measurement group &1 is used in measuring point; deletion not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_MEAS013 - Measurement group &1 is used in measuring point; deletion not allowed ?

  The SAP error message GHO_MEAS013 indicates that a measurement group (identified by &1) is currently in use by a measuring point, and therefore, it cannot be deleted. This is a common issue when trying to manage measurement groups in SAP, particularly in the context of the SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) or SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) modules.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The measurement group you are trying to delete is linked to one or more measuring points.
  SAP enforces data integrity rules that prevent the deletion of measurement groups that are actively in use to avoid inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Measuring Points: 
  
  Use transaction codes like IK03 (Display Measuring Point) or IK01 (Create Measuring Point) to check which measuring points are associated with the measurement group.
  You can also use the transaction GHO_MEAS to view measurement groups and their associated measuring points.
  
  
  
  Remove Associations:
  
  If you need to delete the measurement group, you must first remove its association with the measuring points. This can be done by:
  
  Changing the measuring points to use a different measurement group.
  Deleting the measuring points if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete the Measurement Group:
  
  Once the measurement group is no longer associated with any measuring points, you can proceed to delete it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., GHO_MEAS).
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the measurement group in other configurations or master data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  IK01: Create Measuring Point
  IK02: Change Measuring Point
  IK03: Display Measuring Point
  GHO_MEAS: Manage Measurement Groups
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on measurement points and measurement groups.
  User Authorizations: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to measurement points and measurement groups.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GHO_MEAS013 error and manage your measurement groups effectively.