How To Fix LRM031 - Available policy category &1 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LRM - Customizing

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Available policy category &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You can only delete the permitted policy category if there are no
dependencies. However, there are still dependent <ZK>Assigned Audit
Areas</>.

How to fix this error?

Delete the dependent <ZK>Assigned Audit Areas</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LRM031 - Available policy category &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message LRM031, which states "Available policy category &1 cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP's License Management or similar modules where policy categories are defined for managing licenses or other related configurations.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the policy category you are trying to delete is currently in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. This could be due to:
  
  Active Assignments: The policy category is assigned to one or more objects, such as licenses, users, or other configurations.
  Dependencies: There may be other configurations or policies that rely on the policy category you are attempting to delete.
  System Restrictions: Certain system settings or configurations may prevent the deletion of specific policy categories.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Assignments: 
  
  Review the assignments of the policy category. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP and checking where the policy category is being used.
  If it is assigned to any objects, you will need to remove those assignments before attempting to delete the category.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  Identify any dependencies that may exist. This could involve checking related policies or configurations that reference the policy category.
  Ensure that all dependencies are resolved before attempting to delete the category.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing policy categories in your version of SAP. This can provide insights into any additional restrictions or requirements.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  If applicable, use relevant transaction codes (like SLICENSE for license management) to manage and review policy categories.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP administrator for assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to help you troubleshoot the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to license management and policy configuration, such as SLICENSE, LRM1, LRM2, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to LRM031 for additional context or patches that may address known issues.
  System Version: Ensure that you are aware of the specific version of SAP you are using, as the behavior and available options may vary between versions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.