How To Fix HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW603 - Deletion is not permitted; assignment of report &1 is in use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW - Message Class for SASAC Report Management Tool

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Deletion is not permitted; assignment of report &1 is in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW603 - Deletion is not permitted; assignment of report &1 is in use ?

  The SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW603 indicates that a deletion operation is not permitted because the assignment of a specific report (denoted by &1) is currently in use. This typically occurs in the context of SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) or related modules where certain reports or assignments are locked due to ongoing processes or dependencies.
  Cause:
  
  
  Active Usage: The report or assignment you are trying to delete is currently being used by another process or user. This could be due to:
  
  A report being executed or viewed by another user.
  A scheduled job that is currently running and utilizing the report.
  Dependencies on the report in other configurations or processes.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent accidental deletions that could lead to inconsistencies in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Active Sessions: Verify if the report is currently being accessed by another user. You can use transaction codes like SM04 (User Overview) or AL08 (Global User Overview) to see active sessions.
  
  
  Identify Scheduled Jobs: Check if there are any scheduled jobs that are using the report. You can use transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if there are any jobs running that might be utilizing the report.
  
  
  Wait for Completion: If the report is in use, you may need to wait until the current process completes before attempting to delete the assignment again.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies on the report in other configurations or processes. This may involve checking related settings or configurations in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report or assignment for any additional guidance on deletion procedures.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) for report management, SM37 for job monitoring, and SM04 for user sessions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or report for any known issues or patches.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.