How To Fix /PLMB/UGRP_UGRP009 - User group &1&2&3 is still in use and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/UGRP_UGRP -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: User group &1&2&3 is still in use and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/UGRP_UGRP009 - User group &1&2&3 is still in use and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/UGRP_UGRP009 indicates that a user group you are trying to delete is still in use, which prevents its deletion. This typically occurs in the context of user management or authorization management within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to delete a user group that is still associated with one or more users, roles, or other objects in the system. The user group must be completely unassigned from all entities before it can be deleted.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage:
  
  Check which users or roles are still assigned to the user group. You can do this by navigating to the user group management transaction (e.g., SU01 for user maintenance or PFCG for role maintenance) and reviewing the assignments.
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments:
  
  For each user or role that is associated with the user group, remove the user group assignment. This can be done in the user maintenance screen (SU01) by editing the user’s parameters or in the role maintenance screen (PFCG) by adjusting the role's user assignments.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that the user group is not being referenced in any other configurations, such as authorization objects or profiles. You may need to check transaction codes like SUIM (User Information System) to find any dependencies.
  
  
  
  Delete the User Group:
  
  Once all associations have been removed, you can attempt to delete the user group again. Use the appropriate transaction (e.g., /PLMB/UGRP or similar) to delete the user group.
  
  
  
  Verify Deletion:
  
  After deletion, verify that the user group no longer appears in the system by checking the user group list.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System
  /PLMB/UGRP: User Group Management (specific to your SAP environment)
  
  
  
  Authorization Objects:
  
  Check if there are any authorization objects that might be linked to the user group.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for user and role management for more detailed instructions and best practices.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the user group. If the problem persists, consider consulting with your SAP Basis or Security team for further assistance.