How To Fix HRHAP00_TEMPLATE010 - &1 '&2' was not deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHAP00_TEMPLATE - HR-HAP: Appraisal Template

• Message number: 010

• Message text: &1 '&2' was not deleted

What causes this issue?

The system may have canceled the deletion for one of the following
reasons:
The system cannot delete the element,
for example if it is a category group.
The business check found errors.
The element is already released or in history.
The system could not delete the entire structure (one of the above-
mentioned reasons could be the cause).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE010 - &1 '&2' was not deleted ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE010 typically indicates that a specific template (in this case, identified by &1 and &2) could not be deleted. This error can arise in various contexts, particularly in Human Capital Management (HCM) or Talent Management modules where templates are used for performance appraisals, employee evaluations, or similar processes.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Template in Use: The template you are trying to delete may still be in use by an ongoing process or linked to existing records (e.g., performance reviews, appraisals).
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the template may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that prevent the deletion of certain templates.
  Data Integrity Constraints: The system may have constraints in place to maintain data integrity, preventing the deletion of templates that are referenced elsewhere.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Usage: Verify if the template is currently in use. If it is linked to any active processes, you will need to complete or remove those processes before attempting to delete the template.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to delete templates. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or configuration settings related to template management to understand any restrictions that may apply.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like PHAP_ADMIN for performance management) to manage templates and check their status.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to HCM and template management, such as PHAP_ADMIN, PHAP_CATALOG, or others relevant to your specific SAP version.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.