How To Fix /PF1/PE_PP032 - External package administrator &1 could not be deleted (exception &2)

/PF1/PE_PP032 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/PE_PP -

• Message number: 032

• Message text: External package administrator &1 could not be deleted (exception &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/PE_PP032 - External package administrator &1 could not be deleted (exception &2) ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/PE_PP032 indicates that there was an issue when trying to delete an external package administrator. The message typically includes two placeholders: &1 for the name of the external package administrator and &2 for the specific exception that occurred.
  Causes:
  
  Dependencies: The external package administrator may have dependencies or linked objects that prevent it from being deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the administrator may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  System Lock: The object might be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints in place that prevent the deletion of the administrator.
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings that are preventing the deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies or linked objects associated with the external package administrator. Ensure that these are removed or properly handled before attempting deletion.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations