How To Fix P0171 - Deletion is not possible. The line layout & & is still in use

P0171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P0 - Messages for Transactions PE01, PE02 and PE03

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Deletion is not possible. The line layout & & is still in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P0171 - Deletion is not possible. The line layout & & is still in use ?

  The SAP error message P0171, which states "Deletion is not possible. The line layout & & is still in use," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a line layout (such as a layout for a production line or a work center) that is currently being referenced or used in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as production planning, material management, or other modules where line layouts are utilized.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The line layout you are trying to delete is still assigned to one or more objects, such as production orders, work centers, or other master data.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other configurations or processes that prevent the deletion.
  Open Transactions: There might be open transactions or processes that are currently using the line layout.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Usage:
  
  Identify where the line layout is being used. You can do this by