How To Fix S_CUS_ACTIVITY023 - The maintenance object is still used and therefore not deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CUS_ACTIVITY - Customizing Activity

• Message number: 023

• Message text: The maintenance object is still used and therefore not deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_CUS_ACTIVITY023 - The maintenance object is still used and therefore not deleted ?

  The SAP error message S_CUS_ACTIVITY023 indicates that a maintenance object (such as a customizing object, transport request, or similar) cannot be deleted because it is still in use. This typically occurs when there are dependencies or references to the object that prevent its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The object is still being referenced by other objects or configurations in the system.
  Transport Requests: The object may be included in a transport request that has not yet been released or imported into the target system.
  Customizing Settings: The object may be part of a customizing setting that is still active or in use.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the object from other customizing objects or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to check if there are any active references to the object.
  Look for any customizing settings or configurations that might be using the object.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  Check if the object is part of any transport request. If it is, you may need to release the transport request or remove the object from the transport request before attempting to delete it.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Remove References:
  
  If the object is being used in a customizing setting, you may need to deactivate or remove those settings before you can delete the object.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction SOBJ:
  
  You can use transaction SOBJ to check for any objects that are still using the maintenance object. This transaction provides a list of objects that are dependent on the one you are trying to delete.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation or help files related to the specific object type you are trying to delete. There may be specific guidelines or steps to follow.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide additional insights or solutions based on the specific context of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80, SE11, SE37, and SOBJ for managing and analyzing objects in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the specific object type or error message.
  System Documentation: Review your system's documentation for any specific configurations or customizations that may be relevant to the object in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.