How To Fix Q7221 - Code & is being used and cannot be deleted

Q7221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q7 - Messages-QM Master Data: Catalogs, Selected Sets

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Code & is being used and cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a code from a code group. However, this code has
already been used. As a result, an error could occur in the affected
application.

System Response

If you have set the indicator "Inactive" for logical deletion in
Customizing for the catalog type, the entry can be deleted despite the
warning. Short texts for codes, which have been logically deleted, can
also still be found in other applications.
If you have not set the indicator "Inactive" for physical deletion in
Customizing for the catalog type, the entry cannot be deleted. This is
to ensure that data is consistent in other applications.

How to fix this error?

If necessary (possibly only short-term), change the setting in
Customizing for the catalog type.
Note: If a catalog entry is logically deleted, no catalog entry can be
created with the same key.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q7221 - Code & is being used and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message Q7221 indicates that a quality inspection lot is currently being used and cannot be deleted. This typically occurs when there are dependencies or references to the inspection lot in various processes within the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The inspection lot is currently being processed or has been referenced in other transactions (e.g., goods movements, quality notifications).
  Status of the Inspection Lot: The inspection lot may have a status that prevents deletion, such as being in a "Released" or "In Process" state.
  Dependencies: There may be linked documents or processes that rely on the inspection lot, such as production orders, purchase orders, or quality notifications.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status: Verify the status of the inspection lot. If it is in a status that allows for processing but not deletion, you may need to change its status or complete the necessary processes.
  Review Dependencies: Identify any transactions or documents that are linked to the inspection