Message type: E = Error
Message class: HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW - Message Class for SASAC Report Management Tool
Message number: 311
Message text: Deletion is not possible; format &1 is used in reports
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HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW311
- Deletion is not possible; format &1 is used in reports ?The SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW311 indicates that a specific format (denoted as &1 in the message) is currently being used in reports, which prevents its deletion. This typically occurs in the context of SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) or related modules where certain formats or configurations are tied to existing reports or data structures.
Cause: Active Usage: The format you are trying to delete is actively being used in one or more reports or configurations within the system. Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects that rely on this format, making it impossible to delete without first addressing those dependencies. Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the format, leading to this error.
Solution: Identify Usage: Check which reports or configurations are using the format. You can do this by reviewing the report definitions or configurations in the relevant transaction codes (e.g., SE38 for reports, or specific
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