How To Fix IL831 - & structure indicator(s) is/are in use and could not be deleted

IL831 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IL - PM: ILOM - Functional Locations

• Message number: 831

• Message text: & structure indicator(s) is/are in use and could not be deleted

What causes this issue?

The structure indicator that you want to delete is already being used
either for <GL:functional_location>functional locations</> or
<GL:reference_functional_location>reference functional locations</>.

System Response

The system will not allow you to delete the structure indicator.

How to fix this error?

When you have made sure that no more functional locations are using the
structure indicator, you can then delete it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IL831 - & structure indicator(s) is/are in use and could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message IL831 indicates that there are structure indicators in use that cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of managing master data in SAP, particularly in the Logistics Execution (LE) or Inventory Management (IM) modules, where structure indicators are used to define the characteristics of materials or storage locations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The structure indicators are currently being used in various transactions or master data records, such as material master records, storage locations, or inventory documents.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the structure indicators that prevent their deletion. For example, if they are linked to existing stock, movements, or other data, SAP will not allow their deletion.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may have settings that enforce the retention of certain structure indicators for historical or reporting purposes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Usage: Identify where the structure indicators are being used. You can do this by checking the material master records, storage