How To Fix LM105 - Deletion of limit not permitted; limit utilizations still exist

LM105 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LM - Treasury: Limit Management

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Deletion of limit not permitted; limit utilizations still exist

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LM105 - Details

• The SAP error message LM105, which states "Deletion of limit not permitted; limit utilizations still exist," typically occurs in the context of managing limits in SAP, particularly in the area of budget management or project management. This error indicates that you are trying to delete a limit (such as a budget limit) that is still being utilized by one or more transactions or postings.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that there are existing utilizations or commitments against the limit you are trying to delete. This means that there are still active transactions, such as purchase orders, invoices, or other financial postings, that reference the limit in question. SAP prevents the deletion of limits to maintain data integrity and ensure that financial reporting remains accurate.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Utilizations: Check for any existing transactions or postings that are utilizing the limit. You can do this