How To Fix /IAM/CONFIG024 - Deactivate codes assigned to a code group instead of deleting them

/IAM/CONFIG024 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Deactivate codes assigned to a code group instead of deleting them

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG024 - Deactivate codes assigned to a code group instead of deleting them ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG024 indicates that there is an issue with the management of codes assigned to a code group in the Identity Access Management (IAM) module. Specifically, this error suggests that codes should be deactivated rather than deleted.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system is configured to require that codes assigned to a code group be deactivated instead of being deleted. This is often a design choice to maintain historical data integrity and ensure that any references to the codes in transactions or reports remain valid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Deactivate the Codes:
  
  Instead of attempting to delete the codes, you should deactivate them. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction or configuration screen in SAP.
  Navigate to the code group in question and look for an option to deactivate the codes. This may involve changing the status of the codes from