How To Fix LCM_LCA113 - Variable '&1' cannot be deleted as it's used for entity mapping

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_LCA - Messages for LCA Integration

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Variable '&1' cannot be deleted as it's used for entity mapping

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_LCA113 - Variable '&1' cannot be deleted as it's used for entity mapping ?

  The SAP error message LCM_LCA113 indicates that a variable (denoted as &1 in the error message) cannot be deleted because it is currently being used for entity mapping. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) when you attempt to delete a variable that is still referenced in some mapping or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Entity Mapping: The variable you are trying to delete is linked to an entity mapping. This means that it is being used in a way that associates it with specific entities in your data model.
  Dependencies: The variable may have dependencies in reports, calculations, or other configurations that prevent its deletion.
  Active Usage: The variable is actively used in the planning or consolidation processes, making it necessary to retain it until all references are removed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage:
  
  Check where the variable is being used. This can include entity mappings, reports, or any other configurations.
  Use the SAP BPC or SAC interface to find dependencies related to the variable.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If the variable is used in entity mapping, you will need to remove it from the mapping configuration.
  Navigate to the entity mapping settings and ensure that the variable is no longer referenced.
  
  
  
  Check Reports and Calculations:
  
  Review any reports or calculations that may be using the variable. Update or remove these references as necessary.
  
  
  
  Delete the Variable:
  
  Once all dependencies have been cleared, you should be able to delete the variable without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After deletion, test your application to ensure that everything functions correctly without the variable.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation for your version of SAP BPC or SAC for detailed instructions on managing variables and entity mappings.
  Support: If you are unable to identify the dependencies or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  Best Practices: Regularly review and clean up unused variables and mappings to avoid such issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the variable in question.