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How To Fix /SAPAPO/AMON039 - Profile &1 still in use and therefore cannot be deleted


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SAPAPO/AMON -

  • Message number: 039

  • Message text: Profile &1 still in use and therefore cannot be deleted

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON039 - Profile &1 still in use and therefore cannot be deleted ?

    The SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON039 Profile &1 still in use and therefore cannot be deleted typically occurs in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module when you attempt to delete a profile that is still being referenced or used in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as:

    Cause:

    1. Active Usage: The profile you are trying to delete is currently assigned to one or more planning books, data views, or other objects in the system.
    2. Open Sessions: There may be active sessions or transactions that are using the profile.
    3. Dependencies: The profile might be linked to other configurations or settings that prevent its deletion.

    Solution:

    To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:

    1. Check Usage:

      • Identify where the profile is being used. You can do this by checking the planning books, data views, or any other configurations that might reference the profile.
      • Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/AMON or /SAPAPO/DP to analyze the usage of the profile.
    2. Remove References:

      • If the profile is linked to any planning books or data views, you will need to remove those references before attempting to delete the profile.
      • Go to the relevant configuration areas and ensure that the profile is no longer assigned.
    3. Close Sessions:

      • Ensure that there are no active sessions or transactions that are currently using the profile. Log out of any sessions that might be using it.
    4. Check for Dependencies:

      • Review any dependencies that might exist. This could include checking for any custom programs or reports that might be utilizing the profile.
    5. Delete the Profile:

      • Once you have confirmed that the profile is no longer in use, you can attempt to delete it again using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., /SAPAPO/AMON).

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/AMON for monitoring and managing profiles.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing profiles in APO.
    • Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional team for assistance, as they may have additional tools or access to logs that can help identify the issue.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and successfully delete the profile once it is no longer in use.

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