How To Fix /ISDFPS/LM_RE_INT037 - Cannot delete indicator since a comment still exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/LM_RE_INT -

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Cannot delete indicator since a comment still exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_RE_INT037 - Cannot delete indicator since a comment still exists ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/LM_RE_INT037 indicates that you are trying to delete an indicator in the SAP system, but the deletion cannot be completed because there is still a comment associated with that indicator. This is a common issue when working with indicators in SAP, particularly in the context of the Logistics Management module.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the indicator you are attempting to delete has one or more comments linked to it. SAP enforces data integrity, and as such, it does not allow the deletion of an indicator if there are dependencies (like comments) that would be left orphaned.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Comments: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or area in SAP where the indicator is used.
  Check for any comments associated with the indicator. This may involve looking at the comment management section or related documentation.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Comments:
  
  If you find comments linked to the indicator, you will need to either delete those comments or modify them to remove the association with the indicator.
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete or modify comments.
  
  
  
  Retry Deletion:
  
  Once all comments associated with the indicator have been removed, attempt to delete the indicator again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version and configuration, you may use specific transaction codes to manage indicators and comments. Common transaction codes include:
  
  SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the tables involved.
  SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore related objects.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on managing indicators and comments.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to delete comments and indicators. If you do not have the necessary access, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Consulting SAP Notes: If the issue persists or if you encounter additional errors, consider searching for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal. These notes may provide additional insights or patches related to the error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the indicator.