How To Fix /PM0/AB_AT104 - Data source &1 is still used in check variant &2 => No deletion

/PM0/AB_AT104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/AB_AT -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Data source &1 is still used in check variant &2 => No deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/AB_AT104 - Data source &1 is still used in check variant &2 => No deletion ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/AB_AT104 indicates that a specific data source is still being utilized in a check variant, which prevents its deletion. This error typically arises in the context of Asset Accounting or similar modules where data sources and check variants are used for validations and checks.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete a data source that is currently linked to a check variant. The system prevents this action to maintain data integrity and ensure that the check variant continues to function correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Check Variant: The error message provides the check variant (&2) that is using the data source (&1). Make a note of these identifiers.
  
  
  Review Check Variants:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code OB58 for check variants in Asset Accounting).
  Look for the check variant mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove the Data Source:
  
  If