How To Fix RE303 - Reference type & cannot be deleted; It is still being used

RE303 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 303

• Message text: Reference type & cannot be deleted; It is still being used

What causes this issue?

You want to delete the reference type &V1&. However, this is not
possible because the reference type is still used in the document type
&V2& for the document category &V3&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete the reference type &V1&, you have to first delete
the reference to the reference type for the document type &V2& for the
document category &V3& in the step <DS:SIMG._ISPSFM_FMU1> Define
document types</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE303 - Reference type & cannot be deleted; It is still being used ?

  The SAP error message RE303 indicates that a reference type (such as a reference object, reference document, or similar entity) cannot be deleted because it is still in use. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (RE) or similar modules where reference types are linked to various transactions or objects.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete a reference type that is still associated with other objects or transactions in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Active Transactions: The reference type is linked to active contracts, leases, or other transactions.
  Dependencies: There are dependent objects that rely on the reference type, such as master data or configuration settings.
  Incomplete Deletion Process: The reference type may have been partially deleted or is in a state that prevents complete removal.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RE303 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like RECN (for contract management) or REIS (for