How To Fix GS043 - Set & cannot be deleted

GS043 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Set & cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete a set that is used in another set, a report,
or another object.

System Response

The set is not deleted.

How to fix this error?

To find out where the set is used, you can call up the program "Set
usage" in the function "Display set" under the menu option
"Environment" -> "Set usage". <DS:REPN.RGUSTU01>Display usage</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS043 - Set & cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message GS043 ("Set & cannot be deleted") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a set (a collection of values or objects) in SAP that is being used or referenced in some way. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with sets in the SAP Query, SAP BW, or other modules that utilize sets for reporting or data selection.
  Causes:
  
  Active Usage: The set you are trying to delete is currently being used in a query, report, or another object.
  Dependencies: There are dependencies or links to other objects that prevent the deletion of the set.
  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 queries or reports. You can do this by reviewing the objects that reference