How To Fix RZ389 - Deletion is not possible! Operation mode is assigned in the time table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RZ - Messages for Computing Center Management System

• Message number: 389

• Message text: Deletion is not possible! Operation mode is assigned in the time table

What causes this issue?

The chosen operation mode cannot be deleted as long as it is still
entered in the time table.

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?

First change the assignment in the time table. The operation mode can
then be deleted.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RZ389 - Deletion is not possible! Operation mode is assigned in the time table ?

  The SAP error message RZ389, which states "Deletion is not possible! Operation mode is assigned in the time table," typically occurs when you attempt to delete an operation mode that is currently assigned to a time table in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when managing background jobs or system configurations.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the operation mode you are trying to delete is actively being used in a time table. In SAP, operation modes define the system resources available for processing tasks, and they are linked to time tables that specify when these modes are active. If an operation mode is assigned to a time table, it cannot be deleted until it is removed from that assignment.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Time Table: Determine which time table is using the operation mode you want to delete. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Remove the Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code RZ04 (Operation Modes).
  Find the operation mode that you want to delete.
  Check the time table assignments for that operation mode.
  Remove the assignment of the operation mode from the time table.
  
  
  
  Delete the Operation Mode:
  
  After successfully removing the assignment, you can now delete the operation mode.
  Go back to transaction code RZ04.
  Select the operation mode and choose the delete option.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or assignments related to the operation mode that might prevent its deletion.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RZ04: Manage operation modes.
  RZ20: Monitor and manage CCMS (Computing Center Management System).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on operation modes and time tables.
  
  
  Best Practices: Always ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to operation modes and time tables. It is also advisable to perform such changes during maintenance windows to avoid impacting system performance.
  
  
  Backup: Before making changes, consider backing up your configuration settings to prevent any unintended consequences.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RZ389 error and successfully delete the operation mode.