How To Fix PPECMP451 - &1 &2 still has a reference to a template

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPECMP - Messages for iPPE CMP Application (Components)

• Message number: 451

• Message text: &1 &2 still has a reference to a template

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPECMP451 - &1 &2 still has a reference to a template ?

  The SAP error message PPECMP451 indicates that a particular object (like a project or a component) still has a reference to a template, which prevents it from being deleted or modified as intended. This error typically arises in the context of project management or component management within SAP, particularly in the Project System (PS) module.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete or modify an object that is still linked to a template. This could happen if:
  
  The object was created based on a template and retains a reference to it.
  There are still active assignments or dependencies that are tied to the template.
  The template is being used in some capacity, such as in planning or reporting.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Reference: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display Project) to check the project or component details.
  Look for any references to templates in the