How To Fix REBD016 - Deletion not possible since &1 &2 is used in condition &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBD - RE - Messages - Objects

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Deletion not possible since &1 &2 is used in condition &3

What causes this issue?

The object cannot be deleted, since it is being used in one of the
following ways:
The object is used in an existing condition.
To delete the object, you have to remove the assignment to the
condition.
The object is used in a deleted condition, but the condition is still
relevant for cash flow generation.
You cannot delete the object unless the cash flow does not contain any
planned items for the deleted condition. Run periodic posting and then
try deleting the object again.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBD016 - Deletion not possible since &1 &2 is used in condition &3 ?

  The SAP error message REBD016 indicates that a specific object (like a condition record) cannot be deleted because it is currently being used in a condition. This typically occurs in the context of pricing conditions in SAP, where certain condition records are linked to various transactions or master data.
  Cause:
  The error message REBD016 is triggered when you attempt to delete a condition record that is still in use. The placeholders in the message (&1, &2, and &3) represent:
  
  &1: The type of object (e.g., condition type).
  &2: The specific identifier of the object (e.g., condition record number).
  &3: The condition record that is still being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage: Determine where the condition record is being used. You can do this by checking the related transactions or master data that reference the condition record.
  
  
  Remove References: If possible, remove or update the references to the condition record in the relevant transactions or master data. This may involve:
  
  Changing pricing procedures.
  Updating sales documents or purchase orders that reference the condition.
  
  
  
  Check Condition Records: Use transaction codes like VK13 (Display Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to view the condition records and their usage.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting the condition record, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Retry Deletion: Once you have ensured that the condition record is no longer in use, attempt to delete it again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VK11 (Create Condition)
  VK12 (Change Condition)
  VK13 (Display Condition)
  
  
  
  Condition Types: Understand the different condition types and their roles in pricing procedures.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete condition records.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REBD016 error and successfully delete the condition record if it is no longer needed.