How To Fix /PLMI/PPE_SIM_BO012 - Simulation &1 must not be deleted as it is used in planning scope &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/PPE_SIM_BO -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Simulation &1 must not be deleted as it is used in planning scope &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_SIM_BO012 - Simulation &1 must not be deleted as it is used in planning scope &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/PPE_SIM_BO012 indicates that a simulation object (denoted as &1) cannot be deleted because it is currently being used in a planning scope (denoted as &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you attempt to delete a simulation that is still referenced in a planning scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Active Reference: The simulation object you are trying to delete is actively referenced in one or more planning scopes. This means that the system is preventing the deletion to maintain data integrity and avoid breaking dependencies.
  Planning Scope Configuration: The planning scope may have been configured to include the simulation object, which is why the system is enforcing this restriction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check which planning scope(s) are using the simulation object. You can do this by reviewing the configuration of the planning scope in the relevant transaction or application.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If you determine that the simulation object is no longer needed, you will need to remove it from the planning scope. This can typically be done in the planning scope configuration settings.
  Navigate to the planning scope settings and remove the simulation object from the list of included objects.
  
  
  
  Delete the Simulation:
  
  Once the simulation object is no longer referenced in any planning scope, you should be able to delete it without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the simulation object in other configurations or settings within the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like /N/PLMI/PLANNING_SCOPE to manage planning scopes or /N/PLMI/SIMULATION to manage simulations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Integrated Business Planning or Advanced Planning and Optimization for detailed guidance on managing simulations and planning scopes.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the simulation object if it is no longer needed.