How To Fix LRM025 - Object category with business key "&1" cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LRM - Customizing

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Object category with business key "&1" cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The object category with the Business Key "&V1&" can only be deleted if
no further dependencies exist. There are, however, still dependent
<ZK>Object Types</>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

First delete the dependent <ZK>object types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LRM025 - Object category with business key "&1" cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message LRM025 indicates that an object category with a specific business key cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Logistics Resource Management (LRM) or similar modules where object categories are used to manage various resources.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Dependencies: The object category you are trying to delete may have dependencies or relationships with other objects in the system. For example, if there are transactions, documents, or other entities linked to this object category, SAP will prevent its deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Status: The object category might be in a status that does not allow deletion. For instance, if it is marked as "active" or "in use," it cannot be deleted.
  Authorization: The user attempting to delete the object may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict the deletion of specific object categories.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LRM025 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependent objects or transactions associated with the object category. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check for related entries in the database.
  If dependencies exist, you may need to delete or modify those dependent objects first.
  
  
  
  Review Status:
  
  Check the status of the object category. If it is active or in use, you may need to deactivate it or change its status before attempting deletion.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the object category. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for specific guidelines on deleting object categories in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like LRM1 (for managing object categories) to see if there are options to deactivate or manage the object category instead of deleting it.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LRM1, LRM2, and others related to resource management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the LRM025 error.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the LRM025 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.