How To Fix LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION190 - Relationship &1 cannot be modified as Rel.Types are in use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION - Message Class for LCM Legal Transaction

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Relationship &1 cannot be modified as Rel.Types are in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION190 - Relationship &1 cannot be modified as Rel.Types are in use ?

  The SAP error message LCM_LEGALTRANSACTION190 indicates that a relationship type (Rel.Type) in the Legal Change Management (LCM) module cannot be modified because it is currently in use. This typically occurs when there are existing transactions or records that reference the relationship type you are trying to change.
  Cause:
  
  Active Relationships: The relationship type you are attempting to modify is actively being used in one or more transactions or records.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies in the database.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the relationship type that prevent it from being modified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Relationships:
  
  Identify any active relationships that are using the relationship type in question. You can do this by querying the relevant tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view relationships.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Delete Relationships:
  
  If possible, deactivate or delete the relationships that are using the relationship type. Ensure that this action does not violate any business rules or data integrity requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check for any dependencies that might be preventing the modification. This could include linked documents, transactions, or other relationship types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Legal Change Management to understand the implications of modifying relationship types.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage relationships in LCM, such as LCM1, LCM2, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Testing: Always test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.