How To Fix IR515 - Reference measuring point & not deleted - already distributed

IR515 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IR - PM: IMRC - Measurement Readings and Counters

• Message number: 515

• Message text: Reference measuring point & not deleted - already distributed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IR515 - Reference measuring point & not deleted - already distributed ?

  The SAP error message IR515 ("Reference measuring point & not deleted - already distributed") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or Asset Management modules when you attempt to delete a reference measuring point that has already been distributed to other systems or processes. This can happen in scenarios where measuring points are linked to equipment or functional locations, and the system has already processed or shared this information.
  
  Cause:
  
  Distribution Status: The reference measuring point has been distributed to other systems (like SAP PM or other connected systems) and cannot be deleted until it is unlinked or the distribution is reversed.
  Dependencies: There may be existing dependencies or references to the measuring point in other documents or records within the system.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of objects that are still in use or have been shared with other modules.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IR515 error,