How To Fix IRM_CUST_CSS026 - Object group cannot be deleted as it contains live rule group(s).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IRM_CUST_CSS - Message class for IRM_CUST_CSS

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Object group cannot be deleted as it contains live rule group(s).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IRM_CUST_CSS026 - Object group cannot be deleted as it contains live rule group(s). ?

  The SAP error message IRM_CUST_CSS026 indicates that you are trying to delete an object group that cannot be deleted because it contains one or more live rule groups. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) or similar modules where object groups are used to manage data retention and archiving.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the object group you are attempting to delete is still in use by one or more rule groups that are currently active (live). In SAP, rule groups define the rules for data retention and archiving, and if they are associated with an object group, you cannot delete that object group until the association is removed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Live Rule Groups: Determine which rule groups are associated with the object group you are trying to delete. You can do this by checking the configuration in the ILM or relevant module.
  
  
  Deactivate or Delete Rule Groups: If the rule groups are no longer needed, you can deactivate or delete them. Make sure to review the implications of doing this, as it may affect data retention policies.
  
  
  Remove Association: If you need to keep the rule groups, you can remove their association with the object group. This may involve changing the configuration settings to point to a different object group or modifying the rule groups themselves.
  
  
  Retry Deletion: Once you have either deactivated or removed the association of the live rule groups, you can attempt to delete the object group again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes in SAP to manage object groups and rule groups, such as ILM configuration transactions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Information Lifecycle Management for detailed steps on managing object groups and rule groups.
  Testing: Always test changes in a development or test environment before applying them in production to avoid unintended data loss or compliance issues.
  Consult SAP Support: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting rule groups or object groups, consider consulting with SAP support or your organization's SAP administrator.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the object group if it is no longer needed.