How To Fix /IAM/CONFIG092 - Issue type &1 is still being used by &2 and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Issue type &1 is still being used by &2 and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG092 - Issue type &1 is still being used by &2 and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG092 indicates that a specific issue type (denoted as &1) is still being utilized by a certain object or entity (denoted as &2) and therefore cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Identity Management (IdM) or similar configurations where certain configurations or objects are interdependent.
  Cause:
  
  Active Dependencies: The issue type you are trying to delete is still linked to one or more active objects, such as users, roles, or processes.
  Configuration Lock: The system may have a lock on the configuration due to ongoing processes or transactions that are using the issue type.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of objects that are still in use, which is a common practice to avoid orphaned records or broken references.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies: 
  
  Use transaction codes or reports to identify where the issue type is being used. This may involve checking user assignments, roles, or any other configurations that reference the issue type.
  You can use transaction SE11 to check the database tables or SE16 to view the data directly.
  
  
  
  Remove References: 
  
  Once you identify the objects that are using the issue type, you will need to either delete or modify those references before you can delete the issue type itself.
  Ensure that any active processes or workflows that might be using the issue type are completed or canceled.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks: 
  
  Ensure that there are no locks on the configuration. You can check for locks using transaction SM12 to see if any sessions are holding locks on the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion: 
  
  After ensuring that all dependencies are resolved and there are no locks, attempt to delete the issue type again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting the issue type, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete configurations in the SAP system.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.