How To Fix LRM026 - Object category with business key "&1" cannot be deleted

LRM026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LRM - Customizing

• Message number: 026

• 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>Mandatory Fields</>.

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>Mandatory Fields</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LRM026 - Object category with business key "&1" cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message LRM026 indicates that an object category with a specific business key cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of managing master data or configuration objects within SAP systems, particularly in modules like Logistics or Material Management.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Dependencies: The object 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 master data linked to the object, SAP will prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Status: The object may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For instance, if the object is marked as "active" or "in use," it cannot be deleted.
  Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the object category.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict the deletion of specific object categories.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LRM026 error,