How To Fix RE407 - Tolerance key &1 is still in use. You cannot delete it.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Tolerance key &1 is still in use. You cannot delete it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE407 - Tolerance key &1 is still in use. You cannot delete it. ?

  The SAP error message RE407 indicates that a tolerance key you are trying to delete is still in use within the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (RE) or other modules where tolerance keys are utilized for various calculations, such as rental agreements, billing, or other financial transactions.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The tolerance key is currently assigned to one or more objects (e.g., contracts, billing documents, etc.) in the system.
  There may be existing transactions or configurations that reference the tolerance key, preventing its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage:
  
  Check where the tolerance key is being used. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transactions or configurations in SAP that might be linked to the tolerance key.
  Use transaction codes like RECN (for contract management) or REIS (for investment management) to find references to the tolerance key.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  Once you identify the objects or transactions using the tolerance key, you will need to either:
  
  Change the configuration to use a different tolerance key.
  Delete or modify the transactions that are referencing the tolerance key.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Programs:
  
  If there are custom programs or enhancements that utilize the tolerance key, ensure that they are updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to tolerance keys to understand their implications and how they are used in your specific configuration.
  
  
  
  Test in a Development Environment:
  
  If possible, test the deletion in a development or test environment before making changes in the production system to ensure that there are no unintended consequences.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to identify the usage or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tolerance Keys: These are used in financial calculations to define acceptable variances in amounts, such as in billing or payment processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that may help you navigate to the areas where tolerance keys are used.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to configurations or delete tolerance keys.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RE407 error and successfully delete the tolerance key if it is no longer needed.