How To Fix LRM168 - Policy category for result fields "&1" cannot be deleted

LRM168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LRM - Customizing

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Policy category for result fields "&1" cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LRM168 - Policy category for result fields "&1" cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message LRM168 indicates that there is an issue with trying to delete a policy category for result fields in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Logistics or SAP Quality Management when dealing with policies related to inspection results or similar data.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "Policy category for result fields '&1' cannot be deleted" usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Dependencies: The policy category you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other objects or configurations in the system. This could include inspection plans, quality notifications, or other related entities that rely on the policy.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the policy may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that prevent the deletion of certain policy categories, especially if they are part of a standard or predefined