How To Fix LAW2_MESSAGES171 - System &1 is used in other consolidations. Deletion is not possible

LAW2_MESSAGES171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LAW2_MESSAGES - LAW 2.0 Message Class

• Message number: 171

• Message text: System &1 is used in other consolidations. Deletion is not possible

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

LAW2_MESSAGES171 - Details

• The SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES171 indicates that a specific system (in this case, represented by &1) is being used in other consolidations, which prevents its deletion. This is a common issue in SAP systems, particularly in the context of financial consolidations where multiple entities or systems may be linked.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system you are trying to delete is currently referenced in other consolidation processes or configurations. SAP enforces this restriction to maintain data integrity and prevent accidental loss of important configurations that may affect other processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check which consolidations are using the system. You can do this by reviewing the consolidation settings or configurations in the SAP system.
  Use transaction codes like KSB1 (for cost centers) or S_ALR_87012357 (for financial statements) to find dependencies.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  Once you identify the consolidations that are using the system, you will need to either remove the