How To Fix OMOD_GUI_CUST007 - The scheme is still being used and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OMOD_GUI_CUST - OM: GUI: Customizing

• Message number: 007

• Message text: The scheme is still being used and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OMOD_GUI_CUST007 - The scheme is still being used and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message OMOD_GUI_CUST007 indicates that you are trying to delete a scheme (such as a configuration or a customization) that is still in use. This typically occurs in the context of customizing settings in SAP, where certain configurations cannot be removed if they are actively being referenced or utilized by other objects or processes.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The scheme you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other configurations, transactions, or processes within the SAP system.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the scheme that prevent its deletion. This could include links to other customizing objects or settings that rely on the scheme.
  User Assignments: If users or roles are assigned to the scheme, it cannot be deleted until those assignments are removed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Dependencies: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to check for any dependencies or references to the scheme you are trying to delete.
  Remove References: Once you identify what is using the scheme, you will need to remove those references. This could involve:
  
  Unassigning users or roles.
  Modifying or deleting related configurations.
  Adjusting any settings that are linked to the scheme.
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings: Go through the customizing settings in the relevant areas (like SPRO) to ensure that the scheme is not being used in any active configuration.
  Transport Requests: If the scheme is part of a transport request, ensure that it is not locked or in use in any transport process.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific scheme to understand its usage and any specific steps required for deletion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you analyze and manage customizing settings, such as SE11, SE80, SE37, and SPRO.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the specific error message or the scheme you are dealing with.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on why the scheme cannot be deleted.
  
  If you are still unable to resolve the issue after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance, as they may have additional tools or access to help diagnose the problem.