How To Fix KE111 - View maintenance modules may not be deleted (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: View maintenance modules may not be deleted (see long text)

What causes this issue?

This program restructures the view maintenance modules for user-defined
characteristics. The system first checks whether the function modules or
view maintenance modules are contained in the relevant function groups
for those which are not view maintenance modules for user-defined
characteristics.

System Response

The system cannot reorganize the view maintenance modules because
this would mean that other programs could no longer run.

How to fix this error?

Confirm the error message. The system then displays the log of the
validation.
Following message <NP>Delete view maintenance module for X from
function group Y</>, delete the maintenance modules for view X, change
the function group and define the function modules again. To do this,
use the <DS:TRAN.SE54>view maintenance tool</>.
Following message <NP>Delete function module X from function group
Y</>, function module X must be deleted from the function group. To do
this, maintain the <DS:TRAN.SE37>function module</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE111 - View maintenance modules may not be deleted (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message KE111 indicates that there is an issue related to the maintenance of view modules in the Controlling (CO) module, specifically in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other related areas. The message states that view maintenance modules may not be deleted, which typically occurs when there are dependencies or configurations that prevent the deletion of these modules.
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The view maintenance modules may be linked to other configurations, such as reports, data sources, or other modules that rely on them.
  Active Usage: The modules might be actively used in the system, meaning that they are part of ongoing processes or reports.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete or modify the view maintenance modules.
  System Integrity: SAP has built-in checks to ensure that the integrity of the system is maintained, and deleting certain modules could compromise this integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the dependencies of the view maintenance modules. Ensure that no other configurations or reports are relying on the modules you are trying to delete.
  Deactivate Usage: If the modules are actively used, consider deactivating them or ensuring that they are no longer needed before attempting to delete them.
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. If not, consult with your SAP security team to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to the view maintenance modules you are working with.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as KE4I (for maintaining CO-PA) or KE5I (for displaying CO-PA) to manage your view maintenance modules.
  Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide additional context or specific instructions on how to resolve the issue. You can view the long text by clicking on the message or using the appropriate function in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KE111 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.