How To Fix LRM029 - Policy with business key "&1" cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LRM - Customizing

• Message number: 029

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

What causes this issue?

This policy can only be deleted if no further dependencies exist. There
are, however, still dependent <ZK>Rules</>.

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>Rules</>.

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 LRM029 - Policy with business key "&1" cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message LRM029, which states "Policy with business key '&1' cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Logistics and Resource Management (LRM) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to delete a policy that is currently in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion.
  Causes:
  
  Active Usage: The policy you are trying to delete is currently being used by other processes or transactions within the system.
  Dependencies: There may be other objects or configurations that depend on the policy, making it impossible to delete without first addressing those dependencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the policy.
  System Locks: The policy might be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Usage: Investigate where the policy is being used. You can do this by checking related transactions, configurations, or reports that reference the policy.
  Remove Dependencies: If there are dependent objects, you will need to either delete or modify those objects before attempting to delete the policy.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the policy. You may need to contact your system administrator to verify your permissions.
  Unlock the Policy: If the policy is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked it to request an unlock.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the policy and its dependencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like LRM1 (for managing policies) to view the details of the policy and its usage.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and context of the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.